About

Breed information

 

Length range  : 58-71 cm

Height range  : 33-41cm

Weight range : 11-18kg

Coat : short|rough|wiry|coarse|fairly short

Life expectancy years : 11-14

Colors: fawn.

Activitity Level : High

Origin: France|Brittany

Similar Breeds : Basset Hound|Beagle|Dachshund|Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen|Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

 

History

The breed descends from the Grand Fauve de Bretagne in France and developed into a smaller short-legged hunting hound as hunting needs changed after the French Revolution. It gained a reputation for hunting rabbits , fox , deer , and boar and today remains popular both as a hunting dog and companion.

 

 

characteristics

Temperament

smart|courageous|determined|cheerful|intelligent|affectionate|sociable|amenable|good-natured

Personality

smart|courageous|determined|cheerful|intelligent|eager to please|sociable|affectionate|amenable

Needs

regular moderate exercise|weekly grooming|dental care|weight monitoring|early socialization|impulse control training|leash use|mental stimulation

Social Needs

sociable with people|affectionate companion|friendly with strangers and other animals when socialized early|enjoys company of family

Grooming 

easy-care coat|weekly grooming with comb and brush|coat resists matting and repels dirt|regular dental care|nail trimming|occasional bathing

Nutrition

high-quality food suited to age and condition|monitor food and treats to prevent weight gain|veterinarian-guided feeding amounts are recommended

 

Breed Standard

small to medium hound with short legs , stocky rectangular body , rough wiry fawn coat , large drop ears , short back , and tail set high when alert

Did you know?

The Basset Fauve de Bretagne may be small but it was developed as a determined hunter able to adapt to varied terrain. Despite its hunting background it is also known as a cheerful and affectionate companion.

HEALTHCARE

Most Common / iconic illnesses 

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma, Allergies and Atopic Dermatitis, Ear Infections, Intervertebral Disk Disease, Periodontal Disease

 

Symptoms

1. gradual blindness may occur
2. increased eye pressure may damage the optic nerve and retina

1. scratching , chewing , licking or rubbing may occur
2. hair loss , skin reddening , thickening and ear problems may develop

1. head shaking and ear scratching may occur
2. erythema , thickened canals , brown waxy or purulent discharge and pain may appear

1. pain may occur
2. weak or wobbly legs , knuckling , reluctance to jump or walk and paralysis may develop

1. halitosis may occur
2. excessive salivation , blood in saliva , pain on mastication , loose teeth and difficulty eating may develop

Onset of symptoms

 

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma

1. onset timing is not specified in the provided breed sources

Probability Of Onset:

1. thankfully rare
2. among 39 tested Fauves in the survey data , 32 were clear , 5 carriers and 2 affected

Allergies and Atopic Dermatitis

1. signs most often may begin between 1 and 3 years of age
2. allergic skin disease can also first surface between 6 months and 3 years

Probability Of Onset:

1. a few Fauves had skin problems due to allergies

Ear Infections

1. onset may be acute or chronic and can recur over time

Probability Of Onset:

1. ears contributed to otitis and yeast infections in several dogs

Intervertebral Disk Disease

1. chondrodystrophic disk degeneration may begin between 2 months and 2 years of age
2. clinical disease is more common after 2 years of age

Probability Of Onset:

1. the breed is not specifically stated as high prevalence in the provided Fauve club text , but as a short-legged chondrodystrophic type it may carry IVDD risk by inference from the scientific source and dog conformation data

Periodontal Disease

1. the great majority of dogs over 3 years of age may have disease warranting intervention

Probability Of Onset:

1. this may be common in dogs generally and long-term dental vigilance may be important

Reasons

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma       

1. this is a genetic eye pressure disorder and not described as a chemical deficiency

 

Ear Infections:

1. this is mainly linked to anatomy , moisture , allergy , infection and ventilation issues rather than a direct chemical lack

 

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma       

1. this is a genetic eye pressure disorder and not described as a chemical deficiency

Ear Infections:

1. this is mainly linked to anatomy , moisture , allergy , infection and ventilation issues rather than a direct chemical lack

 

Allergies and Atopic Dermatitis

1. the content suggests the skin barrier may have impaired function and ceramides and essential fatty acids such as linoleic acid may be imbalanced

Intervertebral Disc Disease

1. this is linked to chondrodystrophic genetics and disk degeneration rather than a daily chemical deficiency

Periodontal Disease

  1. 1. this is associated with plaque accumulation and inflammatory destruction rather than a missing chemical

Normally Treament Methods

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma:

  1. 1. DNA testing of breeding dogs may help avoid affected offspring
    2. affected dogs may be clinically affected and blindness may develop

 

Allergies and Atopic Dermatitis:

  1. 1. diagnosis may involve ruling out other causes of pruritus and allergy testing
    2. bathing , allergen avoidance , anti-itch medications and allergen-specific immunotherapy may be helpful

 

Ear Infections:

  1. 1. otoscopic exam , ear cytology and sometimes culture may help identify causes
    2. regular ear cleaning , hair removal for ventilation and topical or oral therapy may help
    3. surgery is not recommended unless chronic end-stage disease persists after medical care

 

Intervertebral Disk Disease:

  1. 1. neurologic exam and cross-sectional imaging may guide treatment
    2. medical care may include strict confinement , pain management and muscle relaxers
    3. acute progressive severe compressive disease may be best managed with surgery

 

Periodontal Disease:

  1. 1. oral exam and radiography may help stage disease
    2. dental scaling , polishing , root debridement , home oral hygiene and extractions in severe cases may be used. Ask professional vets for detailed information.

 

Supplements

Primary Open Angle Glaucoma :

  • 1. the provided breed texts support DNA testing and breeding management rather than supplement use
recommend product

Allergies and Atopic Dermatitis

  • 1. omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for anti-inflammatory skin support
    2. probiotics can,might be helpful for immune and gut support
    3. quercetin can,might be helpful for antihistamine-like support
recommend product

Ear Infections

  • 1. omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful if underlying allergy inflammation contributes
    2. probiotics can,might be helpful for immune support
recommend product

Intervertebral Disk Disease

  • 1. the provided IVDD texts do not support a specific supplement protocol for this breed
recommend product

Periodontal Disease

  • 1. the provided periodontal text supports home dental care rather than supplement recommendations
recommend product
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