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- Finnish Lapphund Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction
- Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview
- Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Temperament of the Finnish Lapphund Versus the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- The Popularity of Finnish Lapphund versus Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Does the Finnish Lapphund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Lapphund vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- How Kid-friendly are Finnish Lapphunds and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Lapphund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. Which One is a Better Pet?
Finnish Lapphund Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview
A very important difference between the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Finnish Lapphund is a medium-sized dog while the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Finnish Lapphund belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs 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.
Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Finnish Lapphund 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.
| Factor | Finnish Lapphund | Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 33 to 53 pounds | 30 to 40 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | No Data |
| Average Price | No Data | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 62.5 percent | 88.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
|
No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 168 | 151 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Finnish Lapphund 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 a Finnish Lapphund is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Finnish Lapphund is a better pet than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. So, you should get the Finnish Lapphund!
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 Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Below is a list of where the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most different:
The Similarities Between the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
The Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.
Finnish Lapphunds weigh 33 to 53 pounds when fully grown. Finnish Lapphunds are 17 to 20 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.
Temperament of the Finnish Lapphund Versus the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has a better temperament than the Finnish Lapphund.
This is because the temperament score for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 88.9 percent while the temperament score for the Finnish Lapphund is 62.5 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 they 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 62.5 percent, the Finnish Lapphund has a below-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 Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen by measuring the temperaments of 8 Finnish Lapphunds and 9 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.
The Popularity of Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is more popular with dog owners than the Finnish Lapphund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 151 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Finnish Lapphund is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Finnish Lapphund
Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
| Year | Finnish Lapphund Popularity Rank | Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 171 | 138 |
| 2014 | 173 | 150 |
| 2015 | 169 | 143 |
| 2016 | 173 | 148 |
| 2017 | 173 | 160 |
| 2018 | 161 | 156 |
| 2019 | 165 | 152 |
| 2020 | 165 | 164 |
Which one drools more, the Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Finnish Lapphunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Lapphund versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Finnish Lapphunds do not like to be left alone.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can be left alone only for a short time.
Can Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?
Finnish Lapphunds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Do Finnish Lapphunds shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
Finnish Lapphunds shed moderately.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Do Finnish Lapphunds Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
Finnish Lapphunds bark and howl, but not very much.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Is the Finnish Lapphund Better for Apartment Owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Finnish Lapphunds adapt very well to apartment living.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Finnish Lapphunds are very good for new dog owners.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are OK for new dog owners.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to groom.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Finnish Lapphund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Finnish Lapphunds 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.
Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Lapphund vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Finnish Lapphunds 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 Finnish Lapphunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?
Finnish Lapphunds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Are Finnish Lapphunds good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
Finnish Lapphunds 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 Finnish Lapphunds and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
Finnish Lapphunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Lapphund or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Finnish Lapphunds get along very well with other dogs.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along very well with other dogs.
Is the Finnish Lapphund Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
Finnish Lapphunds are very easy to train.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Lapphund
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Finnish Lapphund and how the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Finnish Lapphund and of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to other breeds:
Finnish Lapphund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Finnish Lapphund versus Dutch Shepherd Finnish Lapphund versus American Bulldog Finnish Lapphund versus Portuguese Pointer Finnish Lapphund versus Australian Shepherd Finnish Lapphund versus Maltese Finnish Lapphund versus Komondor Finnish Lapphund versus Whippet Finnish Lapphund versus Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund versus Belgian Sheepdog Finnish Lapphund versus Keeshond
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus Other Dog Breeds
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bordoodle Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus American Bulldog Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Boykin Spaniel Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Neapolitan Mastiff Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Biewer Terrier Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Boerboel Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Frenchton Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Japanese Chin Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bearded Collie
Conclusion: Finnish Lapphund 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 Finnish Lapphund and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you and your family.