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# The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne: temperament, price, health, and breeders
France
A rustic, hardy and well-balanced Breton scenthound.
Size MediumLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €107/monthPuppy €500 – €1,500
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-griffon-fauve-de-bretagne) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=griffon-fauve-de-bretagne)
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 Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Endurance: It is a hardy dog capable of sustaining steady effort on varied terrain.
- Balanced temperament: Outside of work, it is gentle, friendly, and pleasant to live with its family.
- Hunting versatility: Its nose and courage allow it to work on several types of game.
- Exercise needs: He does not tolerate a lifestyle that is too sedentary and needs long, frequent outings.
- Limited apartment living: He thrives more in a spacious environment with regular access to nature.
- Strong hunting instinct: His taste for tracking and chasing requires serious training and controlled outings.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: The breed is well suited to people who are available to provide long walks and regular activities.
- Country living: A rural environment or one close to wide open spaces suits its needs well.
- Scent hound enthusiasts: Its profile appeals to people looking for a hardy, enduring, work-oriented dog.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary people: This dog needs sustained physical exercise to stay balanced.
- Small homes without sufficient outings: A small space quickly becomes unsuitable if the dog cannot exercise outside every day.
- Owners with little availability: It requires time, presence, and a living environment consistent with its energy.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
52 cmGriffon Fauve de Bretagne
- Height at the withers
- 48–56 cm
- Weight
- 18–25 kg
- Coat
- Short, harsh and dry
- FCI group
- 6
- Origin
- France
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Griffon Fauve de Bretagne in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Griffon fauve de Bretagne descends from the Fauves de Bretagne mentioned as early as the 14th century. In the 19th century, it was mainly used for wolf hunting in its region of origin. The breed was then revived and structured thanks to the Club du Fauve de Bretagne founded by Marcel Pambrun in 1949, then supported in its development by enthusiasts such as Bernard Vallée. It has been recognized by the FCI since 1954.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Griffon fauve de Bretagne is a medium-sized scenthound, harmoniously built, with well-developed bone structure and musculature. Its head is long, the skull elongated, the muzzle fairly tapered and the fine ears are set at the level of the eye line. Its coat is short, very harsh and dry, never curly nor woolly. The coat color is fawn, from golden wheat to brick red, sometimes with a few sparse black hairs on the back and ears, or even a small white star on the chest.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
A courageous, determined and hardy hunting dog, the Griffon fauve de Bretagne stands out for its keen nose and its ease on varied terrain. With the family, it shows a gentle, balanced, affectionate and friendly temperament. It remains docile for a scenthound, while retaining a true passion for work.
Playful Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, this dog needs space, activity and availability from its owner. It is more fulfilled in a house with a garden, ideally in a rural setting or near a natural area, than in an apartment. Long, frequent walks, ideally two sustained outings per day, help it stay balanced and well stimulated.
Training
## Training and socialization
Training the Griffon fauve de Bretagne requires consistency and a certain firmness, without harshness. Its relative obedience, its taste for work and its desire to please its owner are good learning levers. Positive reinforcement and varied exercises generally give good results.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
The purchase price of the Griffon fauve de Bretagne remains variable depending on the breeder, the lineage, the dog's age and its intended purpose. You must also anticipate routine maintenance costs throughout the year.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/griffon-fauve-de-bretagne/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Griffon fauve de Bretagne is a robust and hardy dog. When it benefits from a suitable lifestyle, a quality diet and regular veterinary follow-up, the breed does not present any marked general fragility.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/griffon-fauve-de-bretagne/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Griffon fauve de Bretagne needs a quality diet, adapted to its age, size and level of physical activity. Its needs may increase during the hunting season or during periods of sustained exercise.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/griffon-fauve-de-bretagne/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Griffon fauve de Bretagne was long appreciated for wolf hunting in the West of France. Its rescue in the 20th century owes much to determined enthusiasts who revived the breeding of the breed. It is today recognized by several canine organizations, including the FCI, the UKC and the KC.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Griffon fauve de Bretagne live in an apartment?
It can adapt to it in a limited way, but it is not its ideal living environment. It is a scenthound that needs space, frequent outings, and an available owner to exercise it.
### Is the Griffon fauve de Bretagne a good family dog?
Yes, it can be a good family companion thanks to its gentle, balanced, and affectionate temperament, provided that its exercise and stimulation needs are truly met.
## Find a Griffon Fauve de Bretagne breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Griffon Fauve de Bretagne breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Griffon Fauve de Bretagne breeders by country
[3 breeders of Griffon Fauve de Bretagne in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-griffon-fauve-de-bretagne) [2 breeders of Griffon Fauve de Bretagne in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-griffon-fauve-de-bretagne/germany)
[All breeders of Griffon Fauve de Bretagne in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-griffon-fauve-de-bretagne)
## Ready to welcome a Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-griffon-fauve-de-bretagne)
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