Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Compare the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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General Details
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
12½-15½ Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
50-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origin Country
France
Netherlands
Origin Year
1500 AD
1873 AD
Temperament
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Energy Level
Low
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Glaucoma
Lens luxation
Skin allergies
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Hernia
Digestive problems
PBGV Pain Syndrome
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown
Brown and Grey
Brown and Grey
Chestnut
Chestnut
Chestnut and Grey
Chestnut and Grey
White
White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Chestnut
White and Chestnut
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