Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Spinone Italiano

Compare the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to the Spinone Italiano. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens and Spinone Italianos.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Spinone Italiano
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
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General Details
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-14 Years
9-12 Years
Height
12½-15½ Inches
22½-27½ Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
61-85 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Origin Country
France
Italy
Origin Year
1500 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
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
Above Average
Personality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Energy Level
Low
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
9-12 Years
Health Concerns
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Glaucoma
Lens luxation
Skin allergies
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Hernia
Digestive problems
PBGV Pain Syndrome
Bloat
Cerebellar ataxia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Spinone Italiano
Breed Colors
Brown Roan
Brown Roan
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
White
White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Orange
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