Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Wire Fox Terrier

Compare the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to the Wire Fox Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens and Wire Fox Terriers.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Wire Fox Terrier
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
10-15 Years
Height
12½-15½ Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
France
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1876 AD
Temperament
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
Low
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
None to Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
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
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Glaucoma
Lens luxation
Skin allergies
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Hernia
Digestive problems
PBGV Pain Syndrome
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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