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- German Pinscher Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction
- German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview
- German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Temperament of the German Pinscher Versus the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- The Popularity of German Pinscher versus Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Do German Pinschers shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Do German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Can German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- How Kid-friendly are German Pinschers and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
- Is the German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Pinscher Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.
German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview
A very important difference between the German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Pinscher is a medium-sized dog while the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the German Pinscher belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
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.
German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
| Factor | German Pinscher | Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 30 to 40 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 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 | 13.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2040 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1150 – $2688 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 91.9 percent | 88.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 135 | 151 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher is 78 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 German Pinscher is a better pet than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. So, you should get the German Pinscher!
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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Below is a list of where the German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
The German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.
German Pinschers weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. German Pinschers 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.
Lifespan of German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
The lifespan of German Pinschers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Pinschers is 13.0 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.
Temperament of the German Pinscher Versus the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
The German Pinscher has a better temperament than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.
This is because the temperament score for the German Pinscher is 91.9 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 91.9 percent, the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen by measuring the temperaments of 37 German Pinschers and 9 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.
The Popularity of German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Pinscher is 135 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 German Pinscher
Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
| Year | German Pinscher Popularity Rank | Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 130 | 138 |
| 2014 | 141 | 150 |
| 2015 | 138 | 143 |
| 2016 | 146 | 148 |
| 2017 | 136 | 160 |
| 2018 | 134 | 156 |
| 2019 | 123 | 152 |
| 2020 | 139 | 164 |
Tolerates Being Alone: German Pinscher versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
German Pinschers can be left alone only for a short time.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can be left alone only for a short time.
Do German Pinschers shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
German Pinschers shed moderately.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
German Pinschers 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 German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
German Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the German Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
German Pinschers 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 German Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
German Pinschers bark and howl, but not very much.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can German Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Pinschers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: German Pinscher vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
German Pinschers 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 German Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
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 German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
German Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along very well with other dogs.
Are German Pinschers good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
German Pinschers 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 German Pinschers and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?
German Pinschers 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 German Pinscher Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
German Pinschers are very easy to train.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.
Is the German Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
German Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Pinscher or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?
German Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher:
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 German Pinscher and how the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Pinscher and of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to other breeds:
German Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
German Pinscher versus Canaan Dog German Pinscher versus Berger Picard German Pinscher versus Bluetick Coonhound German Pinscher versus German Wirehaired Pointer German Pinscher versus Boerboel German Pinscher versus Pomsky German Pinscher versus Cockalier German Pinscher versus King Shepherd German Pinscher versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier German Pinscher versus American Water Spaniel German Pinscher versus Boxerdoodle German Pinscher versus Norwegian Buhund German Pinscher versus Dachshund German Pinscher versus Dachshund German Pinscher versus Standard Schnauzer German Pinscher versus Bloodhound German Pinscher versus Whoodle German Pinscher versus Maremma Sheepdog German Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog German Pinscher versus Bordoodle German Pinscher versus Treeing Walker Coonhound German Pinscher versus Pointer German Pinscher versus Bordoodle German Pinscher versus Belgian Sheepdog
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus Other Dog Breeds
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Afghan Hound Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus American Foxhound Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Fila Brasileiro Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Sussex Spaniel Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Basenji Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bernedoodle Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Portuguese Pointer Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Akita Chow Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Pyrenean Shepherd Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Pointer Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Maltipoo Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Golden Retriever Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Weimaraner Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Valley Bulldog Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Skye Terrier Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus English Springer Spaniel Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Carolina Dog Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Miniature Pinscher Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Whippet Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus English Cocker Spaniel Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Estrela Mountain Dog Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus American Water Spaniel
Conclusion: German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you and your family.