Differences and Similarities between the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

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Greyhound Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction

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

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

Greyhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview

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

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

Greyhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table

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

FactorGreyhoundPetit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Tolerates Being Alone1/53/5
Tolerates Cold Weather1/54/5
Life Span12 to 15 years12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners2/53/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl4/51/5
Height2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/52/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living4/54/5
Dog Friendly4/55/5
Does NOT Shed2/52/5
General Health4/53/5
Does NOT chew on things2/53/5
Potential For Playfulness4/55/5
Easygoing1/53/5
Tolerates Hot Weather5/53/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Kid-Friendly5/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers5/55/5
Does NOT Drool1/55/5
Easy To Groom5/52/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight1/52/5
Easy To Train5/51/5
Intelligence5/54/5
Low Prey Drive1/51/5
Tendency NOT to Wander1/51/5
NOT Rambunctious1/51/5
Minimal Exercise Needs1/51/5
Weight50 to 85 pounds30 to 40 pounds
Average Lifespan13.5 years13.0 years
Average Price$660No Data
Price Range$500 – $800No Data
Temperament Score79.7 percent88.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
    		• No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds149151
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds)4662

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greyhound 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 Greyhound is 73 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 Greyhound. 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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

  • Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can tolerate cold weather.
  • Greyhounds 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.
  • Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Greyhounds are very easy to groom. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Greyhounds are very easy to train. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

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

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

  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very playful.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    Greyhounds weigh 50 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Greyhounds are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho 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 Greyhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The lifespan of Greyhounds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Greyhounds is 13.5 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.

    Greyhounds live longer than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.

    Temperament of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus the Greyhound

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

    This is because the temperament score for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 88.9 percent while the temperament score for the Greyhound is 79.7 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 79.7 percent, the Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen by measuring the temperaments of 69 Greyhounds and 9 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.

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

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    Greyhound Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
    Intelligence Rank 46 out of 130 dog breeds 62 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions 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 Greyhound has an obedience intelligence rank of 46 out of 130 dog breeds. The Greyhound belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Greyhounds tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    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 Greyhound is more intelligent than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

    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 Greyhound 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 Greyhound and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Greyhound is more popular with dog owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Greyhound is 149 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 Greyhound

    Popularity of Greyhound

    Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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    Year Greyhound Popularity Rank Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Popularity Rank
    2013 148 138
    2014 147 150
    2015 147 143
    2016 151 148
    2017 156 160
    2018 145 156
    2019 162 152
    2020 142 164

    Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do Greyhounds shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Greyhounds 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 Greyhound or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

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

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

    Greyhounds are very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

    Greyhounds 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 Greyhound or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.

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

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

    Greyhounds 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 Greyhounds and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

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

    Greyhounds are very easy to train.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

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

    Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Greyhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Greyhound 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 Greyhound:

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (70 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • Bull Terrier (71 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Bull Terrier.
  • Weimaraner (69 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Weimaraner.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Greyhound versus Giant Schnauzer     Greyhound versus Basenji     Greyhound versus Patterdale Terrier     Greyhound versus Pekingese     Greyhound versus German Shepherd Dog     Greyhound versus Afghan Hound     Greyhound versus Labrador Retriever     Greyhound versus Aussiedoodle     Greyhound versus Samoyed     Greyhound versus Saluki     Greyhound versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Greyhound versus Bedlington Terrier     Greyhound versus Field Spaniel     Greyhound versus Cavachon     Greyhound versus Brussels Griffon     Greyhound versus Bedlington Terrier     Greyhound versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Greyhound versus Australian Kelpie     Greyhound versus Berger Picard     Greyhound versus Saint Berdoodle     Greyhound versus Kishu Ken     Greyhound versus Coton de Tulear     Greyhound versus Bedlington Terrier     Greyhound versus Afador     Greyhound versus Icelandic Sheepdog     

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Papipoo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Australian Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Skye Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Standard Schnauzer     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Belgian Malinois     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Pomsky     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bolognese     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Keeshond     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Maltipoo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bich Poo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bracco Italiano     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Dogo Argentino     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Papillon     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Valley Bulldog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Italian Greyhound     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Akita     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Affenhuahua     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Cockapoo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Rottweiler     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Black Russian Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Pomchi     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Irish Setter     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Komondor     

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