Is the Borzoi Better than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen as a Pet? Answer…

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Borzoi Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Borzoi 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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Borzoi 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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Borzoi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are Hound Dogs. This means both the Borzoi 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.

Borzoi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Factor Borzoi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Height 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Weight 55 to 105 pounds 30 to 40 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1490 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $1500 No Data
Temperament Score 90.1 percent 88.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 100 151
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 75 62

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Borzoi 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 Borzoi is 82 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 Borzoi is a better pet than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. So, you should get the Borzoi!

    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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

  • Borzois are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Borzois have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Borzois have low exercise needs. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • The Similarities Between the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Borzoi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

    Borzois weigh 55 to 105 pounds when fully grown. Borzois are 26 to 32 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 Borzoi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The lifespan of Borzois is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Borzois 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 Borzois.

    Temperament of the Borzoi Versus the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

    This is because the temperament score for the Borzoi is 90.1 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 90.1 percent, the Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen by measuring the temperaments of 111 Borzois and 9 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.

    The Intelligence of the Borzoi versus the Intelligence of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Borzoi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
    Intelligence Rank 75 out of 130 dog breeds 62 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More! Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.

    • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Borzoi has an obedience intelligence rank of 75 out of 130 dog breeds. The Borzoi belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Borzois tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.

    The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has an obedience intelligence rank of 62 out of 130 dog breeds. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is more intelligent than the Borzoi.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Borzoi versus Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Borzoi is more popular with dog owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Borzoi is 100 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 151 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Borzoi

    Popularity of Borzoi

    Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Year Borzoi Popularity Rank Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Popularity Rank
    2013 99 138
    2014 102 150
    2015 89 143
    2016 98 148
    2017 102 160
    2018 103 156
    2019 105 152
    2020 103 164

    Tolerates Being Alone: Borzoi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Borzois do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do Borzois shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Borzois shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Borzoi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Borzois 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 Borzoi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Borzois are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Borzois 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 Borzois Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Borzois are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Borzois can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Borzoi vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Borzois 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 Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Borzois 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 Borzoi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Borzois get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Are Borzois good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Borzois 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 Borzois and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Borzois get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Borzoi Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Borzois are fairly easy to train.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

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

    Borzois adapt very well to apartment living.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Borzois are OK for new dog owners.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Borzoi

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Borzoi that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Borzoi:

  • Chinook (69 percent match with Borzoi). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Chinook.
  • Collie (69 percent match with Borzoi). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Collie.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen:

  • Finnish Spitz (77 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Borzoi vs Finnish Spitz.
  • Jack Russell Terrier (77 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Borzoi vs Jack Russell Terrier.
  • Scottish Terrier (78 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Borzoi vs Scottish Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Borzoi and how the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Borzoi and of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to other breeds:

    Borzoi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Borzoi versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Borzoi versus Papillon     Borzoi versus Afghan Hound     Borzoi versus Lhasa Apso     Borzoi versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Borzoi versus Bichon Frise     Borzoi versus Greyhound     Borzoi versus Shichon     Borzoi versus Chinese Crested     Borzoi versus Shiranian     Borzoi versus Boykin Spaniel     Borzoi versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Borzoi versus Mountain Cur     Borzoi versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Borzoi versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Borzoi versus Bloodhound     Borzoi versus American Foxhound     Borzoi versus Norfolk Terrier     Borzoi versus Bernedoodle     Borzoi versus Black Russian Terrier     Borzoi versus Kishu Ken     Borzoi versus Azawakh     Borzoi versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Borzoi versus Labradoodle     Borzoi versus Standard Poodle     

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Manchester Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Mal Shi     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Collie     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Tibetan Spaniel     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Afghan Hound     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Cockapoo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Standard Poodle     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Dutch Shepherd     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus German Shepherd Dog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Saint Berdoodle     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Kuvasz     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Boykin Spaniel     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Sloughi     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Patterdale Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Toy Fox Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Border Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Spinone Italiano     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bulldog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Beaglier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Rottweiler     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bedlington Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus German Pinscher     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Collie     

    Conclusion: Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you and your family.