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# The Grand Griffon Vendéen: temperament, price, health, and breeders
France
A large French scenthound, hardy and passionate about hunting, made for space and action.
Size LargeLife expectancy 10–12 yearsBudget ≈ €125/monthPuppy €600 – €800
[Find a breeder 1](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-griffon-vendeen) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=grand-griffon-vendeen)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Limited
First-time owners Good
Other pets Fair
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Endurance: This is a dog built for sustained effort and long outings.
- Hardiness: Its solid build and thick coat help it withstand cold weather and life outdoors.
- Well-developed scenting ability: Its excellent nose makes it a scenthound that is very diligent in tracking work.
- Needs space: He does not tolerate cramped environments and a sedentary lifestyle well.
- Strong hunting instinct: His attraction to trails makes recall difficult if it is not very well trained.
- Variable compatibility with other animals: His hunter profile can limit cohabitation with certain small animals.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Very active families: This breed suits households able to offer long outings and a spacious setting.
- Country dwellers: A rural or semi-rural environment better meets its needs for exploration and movement.
- Scent hound enthusiasts: Its temperament and abilities are well suited to owners familiar with hunting dogs.
Not recommended for
- Apartment living: The lack of space and daily exercise quickly becomes problematic there.
- Very sedentary owners: This dog needs regular and sustained activity to stay balanced.
- Households with sensitive small animals: Its chase instinct can make certain cohabitations delicate.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
64 cmGrand Griffon Vendéen
- Height at the withers
- 60–68 cm
- Weight
- 30–35 kg
- Coat
- Long, rough
- FCI group
- 6
- Origin
- France
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Grand Griffon Vendéen in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The origins of the Grand Griffon Vendéen are ancient. This breed descends from the Grand Vendéen, itself derived from the old French hunting dogs, with contributions from the Gris de Saint-Louis and the Griffon de Bresse. It was selected for big game hunting, in a pack as well as in more individual work thanks to its fineness of nose and its endurance.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Grand Griffon Vendéen is a large-sized scenthound, elegant, robust and well proportioned without heaviness. Its body is solid and harmonious, with a chest let down to the elbows, a straight back, a rather long head and supple ears set low. Its coat is long without excess, harsh, sometimes bushy, with a dense undercoat and pronounced eyebrows. The coat colour can notably be sable with black overlay, fawn and white, black and tan or black mottled with white.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Grand Griffon Vendéen is an enthusiastic, diligent and courageous dog, above all focused on hunting. Pleasant on a daily basis with its family, it nevertheless retains the temperament of a scenthound, independent at times and highly motivated by scents and pursuit.
Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
This dog needs long, frequent outings and a spacious living environment to thrive. It enjoys family life, but remains more comfortable in a house with a large fenced yard, ideally in the countryside. Its hunting instinct drives it to explore, follow trails and cover long distances.
Training
## Training and socialization
The training of the Grand Griffon Vendéen must be early, consistent and firm without brutality. Recall must be worked on very early, because its sense of smell and its chasing instinct can easily take over outdoors. Serious socialization and regular exercises promote a balanced and cooperative dog.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Grand Griffon Vendéen
The purchase price of the Grand Griffon Vendéen generally remains moderate given its size and specialization. The overall budget should above all include routine maintenance, food, veterinary follow-up and expenses related to an active life.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/grand-griffon-vendeen/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Grand Griffon Vendéen is overall a robust dog, well equipped for life outdoors and bad weather thanks to its thick coat. Like many large active dogs, it deserves careful joint monitoring throughout its growth and adult life.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/grand-griffon-vendeen/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Grand Griffon Vendéen needs a balanced, good-quality diet adapted to its size, age and activity level. During periods of sustained effort, its energy needs may increase and the ration must be adjusted accordingly.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/grand-griffon-vendeen/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Grand Griffon Vendéen is a breed whose history and standard deserve to be known before acquisition, in order to choose a breeding kennel consistent with the intended use.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Grand Griffon Vendéen
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Grand Griffon Vendéen live in an apartment?
No, this breed is not suited to apartment living. It needs space, significant daily activity, and an environment that allows it to exercise freely.
### Is the Grand Griffon Vendéen a good family dog?
It can be a pleasant companion for an active family, provided that its needs for exercise, space, and stimulation are genuinely met.
## Find a Grand Griffon Vendéen breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Grand Griffon Vendéen breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Grand Griffon Vendéen breeders by country
[1 breeder of Grand Griffon Vendéen in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-griffon-vendeen) [1 breeder of Grand Griffon Vendéen in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-griffon-vendeen/italy)
[All breeders of Grand Griffon Vendéen in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-griffon-vendeen)
## Ready to welcome a Grand Griffon Vendéen?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-griffon-vendeen)
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[Briquet Griffon Vendéen
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[Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
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[Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
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