Kuvasz has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

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

Clownish
Intelligent
Patient
Independent
Loyal
Protective
Brave
Fearless
Self-Confident
Faithful
Dependable

Alert
Fast
Vocal
Courageous
Stubborn
Mannered

Kuvaszs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Choose a Kuvasz if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

Tibet

France

shepherding dog

Hound

1300s

1700s

Working (AKC:1931)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Hound
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

Black
White
Fawn

Kuvaszs have medium-length coats.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Kuvasz can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Kuvaszs 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.

Kuvaszs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Epilepsy
Leishmaniasis

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Hip
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Kuvaszs' 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.

Kuvaszs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Kuvaszs 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.

Kuvasz is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Kuvasz dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

The Kuvasz 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Kuvaszs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

Kuvaszs 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.

Kuvaszs 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.

Kuvaszs 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.

Kuvaszs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly friendly around strangers.

Kuvaszs may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.