Great Pyrenees has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

Alert
Fast
Vocal
Courageous
Stubborn
Mannered

Great Pyreneess are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Great Pyrenees if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Asia

France

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

Hound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Ancient Times

1700s

Working (AKC:1933)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Hound
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Black
White
Fawn

Wavy

Straight

A Great Pyrenees can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Great Pyreneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Great Pyreneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Epilepsy
Leishmaniasis

Entropion
Cataracts

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Great Pyreneess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Great Pyrenees has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Great Pyreneess need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Great Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Great Pyrenees has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Great Pyrenees dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Great Pyreneess are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Great Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Great Pyreneess are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Great Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Great Pyreneess are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Great Pyreneess are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly friendly around strangers.

Great Pyreneess are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Great Pyreneess are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.