The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, also known as the PBGV or the Little Griffon Vendeen Basset, is a breed of dog in the Hound Group. This friendly and energetic dog breed loves to explore and roam, and they are renowned escape artists. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen was approved by the AKC in 2005.
Like the other three Griffon Vendéen dog breeds, the Petit are solid dogs that appear rough and unrefined, yet casual. They have short legs, a sturdy bone structure, and a body that is only slightly longer than it is tall at the shoulders. The PBGV body length is not as extreme as that of a Basset Hound or Dachshund.