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Name	Brittany	Irish Terrier	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen
Origins	France	Ireland	France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Large Vendéen Griffon
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Irish Terrier? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	40-44 pounds (18-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 15–18 inches (39–45 cm), Female: 15–17 inches (38–44 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 16 inches (41 cm)

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which is more expensive?	$700-$800	$600-$800	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen intelligence:	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen trainability comparison.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Stubborn Alert Courageous Vocal Mannered Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Irish Terrier indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Irish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen mouthiness comparison:	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Deafness
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Irish Terrier and Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen energy level comparison:	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs need a lot of sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen coat comparison:	Feathered	Wiry Straight	Wiry Shaggy
Colors What are the original Brittany, Irish Terrier and Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen color?	White Orange Liver Roan	Red Wheaten	Black & Tan Fawn & Black Lemon & White Orange & White Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Brittany or Irish Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which dog is more friendly?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Brittany or Irish Terrier or Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Brittany and Irish Terrier and Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	4-6 puppies	7-12 puppies
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Brittany vs Irish Terrier vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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