Toy Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Alert
Intelligent
Playful
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Alert
Fast
Vocal
Courageous
Stubborn
Mannered

Toy Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

France

smooth fox terrier, chihuahua, miniature pinscher, manchester terrier

Hound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

1800s

1700s

Toy (AKC:2003)
Terriers (UKC)

Hound
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
White

Black
White
Fawn

Toy Fox Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Toy Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Epilepsy
Leishmaniasis

Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Toy Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Toy Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Toy Fox Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Toy Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Toy Fox Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Toy Fox Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

The Toy Fox Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Toy Fox Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Toy Fox Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Toy Fox Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Toy Fox Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Toy Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly friendly around strangers.

Toy Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Toy Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.