Is the Bluetick Coonhound Better than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Bluetick Coonhound Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Bluetick Coonhound and for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bluetick Coonhound or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Bluetick Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview

A very important difference between the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bluetick Coonhound is a medium-sized dog while the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are Hound Dogs. This means both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Bluetick Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bluetick Coonhound to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Factor Bluetick Coonhound Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 1/5
Height 23 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Weight 45 to 100 pounds 30 to 40 pounds
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $830 No Data
Price Range $465 – $1200 No Data
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 88.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bluetick Coonhound in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Bluetick Coonhound is 72 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a better pet than the Bluetick Coonhound. So, you should get the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Below is a list of where the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most different:

    • Bluetick Coonhounds are very easy to groom. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    The Similarities Between the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most similar:

    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not easy to train.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Bluetick Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

    Bluetick Coonhounds weigh 45 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Bluetick Coonhounds are 23 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens weigh 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The lifespan of Bluetick Coonhounds is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhounds is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens is 13.0 years.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens live longer than Bluetick Coonhounds.

    Temperament of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus the Bluetick Coonhound

    The Bluetick Coonhound has a better temperament than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

    This is because the temperament score for the Bluetick Coonhound is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 88.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Bluetick Coonhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 88.9 percent, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen by measuring the temperaments of 2 Bluetick Coonhounds and 9 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bluetick Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Bluetick Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Bluetick Coonhounds shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Bluetick Coonhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bluetick Coonhound or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Bluetick Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bluetick Coonhound or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Bluetick Coonhounds are very easy to groom.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Bluetick Coonhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Bluetick Coonhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Bluetick Coonhounds Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Bluetick Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Bluetick Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bluetick Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bluetick Coonhound vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Bluetick Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Bluetick Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bluetick Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bluetick Coonhound or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Bluetick Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bluetick Coonhounds good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Bluetick Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bluetick Coonhounds and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Bluetick Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bluetick Coonhound Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Bluetick Coonhounds are not easy to train.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

    Is the Bluetick Coonhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Bluetick Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bluetick Coonhound or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Bluetick Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bluetick Coonhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Bluetick Coonhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you and your family.