Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Portuguese Water Dog

Compare the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to the Portuguese Water Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens and Portuguese Water Dogs.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Portuguese Water Dog
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
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General Details
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
12½-15½ Inches
17-22 Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Origin Country
France
Portugal
Origin Year
1500 AD
1297 AD
Temperament
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
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
Portuguese Water Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Energy Level
Low
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium to High
Shedding
High
None
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
Medium to High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Glaucoma
Lens luxation
Skin allergies
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Hernia
Digestive problems
PBGV Pain Syndrome
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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