Basset Fauve De Bretagne

Dog Breed Profile

Basset Fauve De Bretagne History

The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a FCI and UKC registered French scent hound with a short nose. It is a very old, ancient, rare, primitive, and distinctive scent hound. Its ancestors are believed to have lived in the forests of France hundreds of years ago. This breed is used to hunt rabbits, hares and partridges. The most common colours are brown, red, fawn, and white. The ears are long, hanging and pendant. An interesting fact about this hounds is that they can walk underwater.

Time of Origin

1500s

Country of Origin

France

Ancestry

Unknown

Basset Fauve De Bretagne Physical Characteristics

The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a small, short-legged, long-bodied, bovid-type breed that typically grows between 15 and 17 inches long at the withers and weighs between 16 and 30 pounds. They have a large, heavy head that is broad and flat on top, shiny short, coarse guard hairs, and drooping ears. Their legs are small and bent, their tail is docked, and their ears are large. Their coloring is fawn, white, or black. Bassets are friendly, docile breeds that make good companions.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black, Brown

Coat Colors

Fawn, Red

Height Range

Male Height Range: 13 – 15 inches

Female Height Range: 13 – 15 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 36 – 40 lbs

Female Weight Range: 36 – 40 lbs

Basset Fauve De Bretagne Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

11-14 yrs

Basset Fauve De Bretagne Health Concerns

Otitis Externa, Kidney Problems, Corneal Ulcer, Reproductive Problems, Cataracts, Epilepsy

Basset Fauve De Bretagne Temperament and Behaviour

The Basset Fauve De Bretagne has a reputation for being an even-tempered, good-natured breed. They are typically friendly and social towards people and other animals, and are not known for being aggressive. They are relatively active dogs, and enjoy playing and going for walks. They are also known for being very intelligent, and are often easy to train.

Basset Fauve De Bretagne Activity Requirements

The Basset Fauve De Bretagne is a happy, friendly, and gentle dog that makes a great companion and family pet. They are not very active, but still benefit from a daily walk. Typically, a Basset Fauve De Bretagne should get about 30 minutes of walking or playing each day. They will enjoy taking walks with their families, but they don’t need strenuous activity. A busy family life with a home that is suitable for a small dog will be the perfect environment for a Basset. They thrive on attention and affection, and want to be included in their human’s daily activities.