Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Active
Friendly
Independent
Intelligent
Extroverted
Happy
Lively

Boston Huahuas are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

France

Chihuahua, Boston Terrier

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Black

Black
White
Gray
Sable
Fawn

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

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wiry

A Boston Huahua can have a litter of 3-5 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen can have a litter of 14-16 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.

Boston Huahuas are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Spinal Issues
Chondrodysplasia

Allergies

Congenital Heart Defect

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Angiocardiography or Radiography Imagery

MRI
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Neurological Examination
Complete Blood Count
Genetic Testing
Angiocardiography

Boston Huahuas are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Boston Huahua has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Huahuas bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Playing, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Cuddling, Eating, Walks, Playing in yard, Napping, Hikes, Playing catch, Socializing, Photography, Car rides, Snuggling, Run, Playdate, Window watching, Sun bathing, Fetch

Walk

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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

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.

Boston Huahuas make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Boston Huahuas have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Boston Huahuas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Boston Huahuas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Boston Huahuas have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Boston Huahuas are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.