Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen is a medium-sized, long-backed, short-legged French scent hound with a rough, shaggy coat. It is known for its happy, outgoing, independent, intelligent, and courageous temperament. This breed was developed in the Vendée region of France centuries ago from selective breeding of larger French scent hounds and the Grand Griffon to hunt small game over rough local terrain. The 'Grand' distinguishes it from the smaller Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen. Its recognition status varies by registry.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen originated in the Vendée region of France. It was developed centuries ago from selective breeding of larger French scent hounds and the Grand Griffon. The breed was created to hunt small game, such as hare and rabbit, over the rough local terrain. The 'Grand' in its name distinguishes it from the smaller Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen. Its history is tied to the region's hunting traditions, but specific dates or historical events are not documented in available sources.