English Toy Spaniel 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
Happy
Playful
Gentle
Loving
Reserved

Alert
Fast
Vocal
Courageous
Stubborn
Mannered

English Toy Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

England

France

spaniel

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

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

1600s

1700s

Toy (AKC:1886)

Hound
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Pied

Black
White
Fawn

An English Toy Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 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.

English Toy Spaniels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Entropion
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Epilepsy
Leishmaniasis

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

English Toy Spaniels have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

English Toy Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

English Toy Spaniels require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

English Toy Spaniel minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

The English Toy Spaniel 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.

While English Toy Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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

Ideally, English Toy Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

English Toy Spaniels 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.

English Toy Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

English Toy Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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.

English Toy Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

English Toy Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

English Toy Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly friendly around strangers.