Chinese Crested has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

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

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Chinese Cresteds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Alert
Fast
Vocal
Courageous
Stubborn
Mannered

Chinese Cresteds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Chinese Cresteds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

China

France

mexican hairless, chihuahua

Hound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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.

1200s

1700s

Toy (AKC:1991)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Hound
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Black
White
Fawn

A Chinese Crested can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Chinese Cresteds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Epilepsy
Leishmaniasis

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Chinese Crested 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.

Chinese Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Chinese Crested 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.

Chinese Crested dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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 Chinese Crested 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, Chinese Crested 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

Chinese Crested has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Chinese Cresteds 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.

Chinese Cresteds 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.

Chinese Cresteds 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.

Chinese Cresteds 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.

Chinese Cresteds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly friendly around strangers.

Chinese Cresteds 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.