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Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Breed origin: France
Original purpose: Hunting dog.
AKC recognized: No
Size:
Height: 12½ to 15 inches
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Life span: 9 to 14 years.
General characteristics/temperament: Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are loving, happy, and outgoing dogs. They are good with children and make good family pets. However, as scent hounds, they have a tendency to dash off when they pick up an interesting scent, and have a high risk of being hit by a car.
Good with children? Yes
Suitable canine sports/activities: tracking
Grooming requirement: Brush and comb weekly. Stripping may be required.
Known health problems: Ear infections, corneal ulcers, cataracts.
Recommended books for further reading:
Other websites for additional information:
Wikipedia breed information page
UK Basset Fauve de Bretagne Club
DogBreedMatch
