Names Basset Fauve de Bretagne Tawny Brittany Basset Fawn Brittany Basset |
Origin France, 1800s Created by crossing the Griffon Fauve de Bretagne with short-legged hounds |
Use Companion, Gundog |
Life Expectancy This breed can live as long as 12-14 years on average |
Weight & Height 36 to 40 pounds & 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulders |
Known Health Problems Fairly Healthy Breed |
Physical Description Medium size, sturdy dog. The skull is long and rectangular and the muzzle tapers. The nose is large and dark brown or black, the eyes are dark brown. The ears are long and the tail is sickle shaped. |
Temperament Intelligent and friendly dog that gets along well with children and other pets. They should be socialized with cats when young if they are expected to do well with cats. |
Training Needs to be trained from and early age |
Living Conditions *** |
Grooming Little grooming needed. Keep ears clean |
Exercise This dog has average exercise needs |
Coat Texture Hard, Dense hairs which are short |
Coat Colors

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Fawn |
Red |
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Puppies
 Image from pictures depot 8-10 pups per litter. Need to be socialized early |
Recognition Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club Fédération Cynologique Internationale New Zealand Kennel Club |