Scent hound Small size 16-18 kg
Blond Brittany Basset
A hardy short-legged French hunting hound - friendly and sturdy, but the nose and stamina need daily outlets or it gets restless.
Match with your household
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Small
Size
16-18 kg, 32-38 cm tall
High
Activity
Tireless on scent; needs real daily exercise
Moderate
Alone-time tolerance
Sociable but copes with routine
Moderate
Trainability
Independent hunter; use scent-based motivation
Low
Coat care
Wiry coat; occasional brushing and stripping
Good
Fit with kids
Cheerful and tolerant with children
Moderate
Other pets
Prey drive; supervise with small pets
Light
Health burden
Generally hardy hunting breed
The Blond Brittany Basset typically weighs 16-18 kg, stands 32-38 cm, and lives 12-14 years.
Consider this breed if…
you want a small but genuinely rugged dog that hikes and sniffs for hours,
you enjoy scent games, tracking or long rambling walks,
you have a securely fenced yard - a working nose ignores property lines,
you like a low-fuss wiry coat over a fluffy one.
Do not consider this breed if…
you expect small dog to equal low exercise - this one hunts all day,
reliable off-leash recall in open country is a must for you,
you keep rabbits, guinea pigs or other small pets loose,
hound baying would be a problem with close neighbors.
A typical day with a Blond Brittany Basset
- 7:00 · MorningLong sniffing walk, nose down the whole time
- 9:30 · MidmorningRests contentedly once exercised
- 13:00 · NoonShort garden patrol, checks every scent
- 16:30 · AfternoonTracking game or hidden-treat search
- 19:00 · EveningSecond walk, then sociable family time
- 22:00 · NightSleeps soundly after a worked day
Family and environment
Kids Good
Cheerful and sturdy; tolerates normal family chaos.
Dogs Good
Pack hound roots; usually easy with other dogs.
Cats Conditional
Can work if raised together; chases strange cats.
Apartment Conditional
Possible with serious daily walks; baying can carry.
House with a yard Suitable
Fence must be secure and dig-proof.
City Manages
Leash walking works; scent distractions everywhere.
Countryside Ideal
The terrain and work it was bred for.
Health data provided by RealVetCost Overall health burden Light
Detailed health data - inheritance, prevalence, course, and typical treatment costs - lives in a separate expert database. This is general guidance, not veterinary advice - confirm any decision with your vet.
View the full health profileTop health concerns
Chronic Ear Infections Long ears trap moisture; check regularly
Hip Dysplasia Screen breeding stock
Dental Disease Routine dental care needed
Similar breeds - by reason
Not visually similar - similar in what they mean for you.
The full-sized griffon version of the same Breton breed
Blond Brittany Hound
A rugged French pack hound with real stamina - rewarding for active hunting or rural homes, a handful for anyone expecting a laid-back pet.
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Another rough-coated French basset with similar drive
Petit Vendeen Rough Haired Basset
A cheerful, shaggy little pack hound; happy and sociable but stubborn and driven by its nose.
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Heavier, calmer and far easier to find in the US
Basset Hound
A gentle, low-slung scenthound that is wonderful with kids but stubborn on the trail and prone to ear, back, and weight issues.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How much does a Blond Brittany Basset cost?
This is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne, and it is rare in the US - expect a waitlist or an import from France or the UK, with puppies commonly running $1,500-$2,500 plus import costs when shipping is involved. Over a 12-14 year life, budget roughly $12,000-$18,000 more for food, routine vet care and insurance, before any surprises.
Is this the same breed as the Basset Fauve de Bretagne?
Yes - Blond Brittany Basset is an English rendering of the French name for the fawn basset from Brittany. Do your research under the French name, since that is what breed clubs and European breeders use, and it will lead you to the few legitimate sources of puppies.
Can a Blond Brittany Basset be let off leash?
Only in secure areas. It is more biddable than many hounds, but it is still a scent hound bred to hunt independently, and a fresh rabbit trail will beat your recall most days. Long lines, fenced fields and organized scent sports are the realistic compromise.
Is it a good apartment dog?
Conditionally. The size fits and it settles well indoors, but only after genuine daily exercise - an hour or more of walking plus nose work. Under-exercised, it gets restless and vocal, and hound baying travels through walls better than you would hope.