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| Breed: Petite Basset Griffon Vendeen | Group (AKC): Hound |  |
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| Country of Origin | 16th century France |
| Type of coat | rough, wiry, shedding outer coat, thick, short undercoat, long ears covered with long hair |
| Grooming | regular brushing, bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning important due to susceptibility to ear infections |
| Average height | 13-15 inches |
| Average weight | 35-45 pounds |
| Activity level | very high |
| Watchdog | yes |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | very high |
| Trainability | excellent sense of smell could be a distraction |
| Compatibility with children | good but no roughhousing or chase games |
| Character | independent, playful, hyper, bold, alert, busy, active, energetic |
| Ideal home environment | house with fenced yard |
| Ideal owner | active leader with time to train and exercise |
| Suggestions: | early obedience training and daily exercise |
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