Courageous
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Companionable
Vigilant

Playful
Loving
Happy
Alert
Sensitive
Affectionate
Gentle
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Reserved

Basset Bordeauxs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

English Toy Griffons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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United States

Dogue de Bordeaux and Basset Hound

Brussels Griffon and English Toy Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Black
White

Brown
Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
Pied

Basset Bordeauxs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

English Toy Griffons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Basset Bordeaux can have a litter of 4-6 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.

An English Toy Griffon can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Basset Bordeauxs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

English Toy Griffons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Basset Bordeauxs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the English Toy Griffon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Ectropion

Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

None

Seborrhea

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

X-Rays
ECG
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood Chemistry

Basset Bordeaux has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Basset Bordeauxs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Toy Griffons require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Basset Bordeauxs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Basset Bordeaux dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

English Toy Griffons are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basset Bordeaux, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Griffon, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basset Bordeauxs usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most English Toy Griffons usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Basset Bordeaux has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

English Toy Griffons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Ideally, Basset Bordeaux should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

English Toy Griffon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-145 pound (32 - 66 kg) Basset Bordeaux feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Griffon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Basset Bordeaux is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an English Toy Griffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Basset Bordeaux is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Griffon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

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

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

English Toy Griffons are not the best choice for families with kids.

Basset Bordeauxs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

English Toy Griffons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Basset Bordeauxs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

English Toy Griffons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Basset Bordeauxs are highly friendly around strangers.

English Toy Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Basset Bordeauxs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

English Toy Griffons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Basset Bordeauxs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

English Toy Griffons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.