Mountain Cur versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Mountain Cur Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction

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

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

Mountain Cur versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Mountain Cur 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.

Mountain Cur versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Factor Mountain Cur Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 16 years 12 to 14 years
Height 16 to 26 inches 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 30 to 40 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $550 No Data
Price Range $350 – $800 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur is 76 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 Mountain Cur is a better pet than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. So, you should get the Mountain Cur!

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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

  • Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt well to apartment living.
  • Mountain Curs are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Mountain Curs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not easy to train.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very playful.
  • Both the Mountain Cur and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

    Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches 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 Mountain Cur versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The lifespan of Mountain Curs is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Mountain Curs 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Mountain Cur versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do Mountain Curs shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs Bark and Howl? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Mountain Cur vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

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

    Are Mountain Curs good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Curs and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

    Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Mountain Cur Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

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

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Mountain Curs 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 Mountain Cur

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

  • Black Mouth Cur (80 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (77 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Karelian Bear Dog.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mountain Cur versus Basset Hound     Mountain Cur versus Boxerdoodle     Mountain Cur versus King Shepherd     Mountain Cur versus Greyhound     Mountain Cur versus Beaglier     Mountain Cur versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Mountain Cur versus Redbone Coonhound     Mountain Cur versus Peek A Poo     Mountain Cur versus Basset Hound     Mountain Cur versus Beaglier     Mountain Cur versus Yorkipoo     Mountain Cur versus Norwich Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Mountain Cur versus Komondor     Mountain Cur versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Mountain Cur versus Pug     Mountain Cur versus Barbet     Mountain Cur versus Miniature Poodle     Mountain Cur versus American Eskimo Dog     Mountain Cur versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Mountain Cur versus Komondor     Mountain Cur versus Belgian Tervuren     Mountain Cur versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Mountain Cur versus Whippet     Mountain Cur versus Tibetan Terrier     

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Maremma Sheepdog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Spanish Mastiff     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Dalmatian     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Vizsla     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Cavapoo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Basset Hound     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Mudi     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Spinone Italiano     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Leonberger     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Tibetan Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Pomchi     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Shiranian     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Black Mouth Cur     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Standard Poodle     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bordoodle     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Chow Chow     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Cocker Spaniel     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bouvier des Flandres     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bull Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Tibetan Mastiff     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Spinone Italiano     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     

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