Alert
Fast
Vocal
Courageous
Stubborn
Mannered

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Good-natured
Cheerful

Avoid Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Shepradors are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

France

United States

Hound

Labrador Retriever and Australian Shepherd

1700s

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Shepradors have medium-length coats.

A Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen can have a litter of 13-15 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 Sheprador can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Epilepsy
Leishmaniasis

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Pelger - Huet Syndrome
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Shepradors thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Shepradors require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Shepradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Sheprador dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

The Sheprador has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Sheprador should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Sheprador is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Shepradors are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Shepradors are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly friendly around strangers.

Shepradors are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Shepradors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeens are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The Sheprador is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.