Basset Fauve de Bretagne

The Basset Fauve de Bretagne, also known as the Tawny Brittany Basset, was developed in France in the 1800's to hunt small game both by scent and by flushing the game. It descended from the larger Griffon Fauve de Bretagne, the Basset Vendéen, and other Basset breeds, and has retained the Basset shape, long and low to the ground with crooked legs, and the elongated houndy face. Originally found mainly in France only, it now can be found in Great Britain as well, but is rare in most other countries.

Height: 13 - 15" (33 - 38.1cm)

Weight: 36 - 40 lbs (16.1 - 17.9 kg)

Coat Type: The coat is short, hard and coarse, lying closer to the body than its Griffon relatives' coat. The coat color ranges from a golden fawn color to a tawny reddish color.

Temperament: The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a quiet dog that is affectionate, yet strong-willed, and so will require determined training. On the job, it is tenacious and vigorous, traveling equally well through fields and low bush to difficult terrain. It thrives on physical activity.

Special Interest: The Basset Fauve de Bretagne generally hunted in small packs of four dogs.

Classifications:
AKC: Not recognized
CKC: Not recognized
KC: Sporting - Hound Group
FCI: Group 6
ANKC: Group 4 - Hounds