Briquet Griffon Vendéen

Briquet Griffon Vendéen Dog Breed
Size
Medium
Temperament
60%
Shedding
40%
Drooling

About Briquet Griffon Vendéen

Life Span
Getting a puppy home
Popularity
50%
Availability
70%

Introduction

Of the four varieties of Griffon Vendine, Briquette Griffon Vendine is the least well-known in the US. The breed is not recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) or the United Kennel Club (UKC). The dog is accredited by the Federation Cynologique Internationale, or FCI. The briquette Griffon Vendine is growing in popularity as a companion animal in Europe, largely as a result of the breed’s attractive appearance and good nature.

Briquet Griffon Vendéen Dog Breed

History

Briquette Griffon Vendine, or Medium Griffon Vendine, is a direct descendant of Grand Griffon Vendine. The large Grand Griffon Vendine was used to hunt large game such as wolves and pigs. Hunters preferred small dogs that were more suited to hunting small game such as rabbits. In the early 1600s he began the process of shrinking Grand Griffon Vendeen. To do this he banned the smallest examples of the breed, and possibly mixed into smaller French hunting breeds as well. The Comte d’Alva was highly influential in the creation of the breed. The resulting animal closely resembles the Grand Griffon Vendine, but it is quite small. Briquette Griffon Vendeon became almost extinct as a result of World War II, but the breed was saved from mass extinction by the efforts of French dog fanatic Hugh Djamée.

General Appearance

The Briquette Griffon Vendine is similar to the larger Grand Griffon Vendine, only slightly smaller in size and features. The dog also appears somewhat stockier. Although the Grand Griffon is much smaller than the Vendine, the Briquette Griffon Vendine is still a medium to large-sized breed. The dog is between 19 and 22 in length, and typically weighs between 48 and 53 pounds.

Briquette Griffon Vendine has a long snout and nose, allowing the dog a large area of ​​odor receptors. The nose is shorter than that of Grand Griffon Vendeen. The breed has short-set and dropping ears, although the ears are not as long as in a buss hound-like breed. The breed showed excessive skin on the lips, giving the dog the appearance of a square snout. The skull of the breed is flat, making it appear that the dog’s head is small.

As with the Grand Griffon Vendine, the Briquette Griffon Vendine has a Vari coat. The breed’s fur is thick with a thick undercoat. This coat protects the dog from the elements and makes it more capable of working in and around water than many other hound breeds. Briquette Griffon Vendeen should never have a woolen coat. The breed has a mustache, as well as clear eyebrows, which should not cover the eyes. There is an old saying that goes, “”A good hound can come in any color,”” and Briquette Griffen Vendeen is a classic example. These dogs can come in white and orange, white and gray, black and tan, tricolor, fawn, orange, gray or light brown.

As with many French hounds, the briquette Griffon Vendeen is considered a strong and well-proportioned dog. This breed in particular should never be heavy. This breed is rather fleshy, but somewhat lower than many hound breeds. The muscles that are present through the dog’s thick coat are not particularly noticeable.

Briquet Griffon Vendéen Dog Breed

Pros

This dog breed is intelligent, are commonly healthy and are low droolers

Cons

This breed has seperation anxiety, they are prone allergic reactions and are not cat friendly.
Briquet Griffon Vendéen Dog Breed

Breeding

The gestation period in lasts for 60-64 days The primary period of the reproductive cycle of the female is called Proestrus and goes on for around 9 days. During this time the females begin to draw in males. The subsequent part is the Estrus when the bitch is receptive to the male. It goes on for around 3 to 11 days. The third part is the Diestrus. Usually, it happens around day 14. In this period the bitch’s discharge changes for distinctive red and reaching its end. The vulva gets back to average, and she will no longer allow mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time span between heat periods ordinarily keeps going around a half year. The litter size ranges between 6 to 8 puppies at a time.

Grooming

Grooming requirements are quite similar in both types, please see “Griffen Vendeen Main Page” for more information..

Training

As with all breeds, initial socialization and puppy training classes are recommended. This breed has a reputation for being difficult to house. However, in every other case, it is very easy to train them. For example, They like to perform tricks and learn new ones quickly. They respond very well to training based on positive rewards rather than harsh or negative methods. This breed is required to live with his family and is likely to result in undesirable behaviour if he is regularly left alone for long periods of time.

Nutrition

This breed is classified as “”somewhat active””, but is average. Long segments of quiet activity are often spread with brief bursts of high activity, often simply moving around the house or yard. In addition to walking, daily play sessions are required. Another dog can be a good exercise partner, but they will still need quality playtime with his owner. A fence-backed backyard is a good idea; Bichons are surprisingly fast, and if someone makes a dash for freedom, it can be difficult to catch or call you back. They enjoy obedience, agility and participating in rally competitions.

Exercise

They should perform well on high-quality dog ​​food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your vet. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult or senior). Some dogs are at risk of being overweight, so watch your dog’s calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog’s weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, freshwater must be available at all times.

Health

Both types are susceptible to the same health issues. Please see the “Griffon Vanden Main Page” for more information.

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