Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
12½-15½ Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
France
United States
Origin Year
1500 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
Low
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Glaucoma
Lens luxation
Skin allergies
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Hernia
Digestive problems
PBGV Pain Syndrome
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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