Beagle tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

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

Friendly
Independent
Lively
Sweet
Gentle
Intelligent
Loving

Alert
Fast
Vocal
Courageous
Stubborn
Mannered

England

France

Talbot Hound, North Country Beagle, Southern Hound

Hound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
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
United Kennel Club

Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

1300s

1700s

Hound (AKC:1885)
Scenthound (UKC)

Hound
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
White
Brown
Red
Black

Black
White
Fawn

Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Beagle can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Epilepsy
Leishmaniasis

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Epilepsy

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Eye
Hip
Heart
MRI
Full Body Physical Examination

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Beagles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Beagle 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.

Beagles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Beagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Beagle 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.

Beagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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.

The Beagle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Beagle 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.

Beagles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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.

Beagles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly friendly around strangers.

Beagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Beagles 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.