How much exercise does a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen need?
Daily exercise minutes, the activities a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen enjoys and signs of too much or too little.
An adult PBGV needs around 60 to 90 minutes of activity daily, and time to sniff is part of that total, not a distraction from it. They enjoy scent games, tracking, hiking and playing with other dogs. Many also enjoy rally or agility, though they may take their own route through a course.
Because of their strong scent drive, most PBGVs should stay on a lead or 10 m long line in unfenced areas. A bored PBGV digs, bays and tests the fence for gaps, while an over-exercised one may be stiff the next morning. Balance activity with rest and brain work such as a hidden treat trail around the garden.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen exercise in numbers
Activity ranges are editorial planning estimates. The five-minutes-per-month puppy rule lacks scientific evidence. Adapt activity to the individual and seek advice for pain or exercise difficulty. PDSA puppy exercise guidance.
Editorial activity estimate
90 to 120 min
Puppy activity
Individual plan
adapt to age, health and development
Senior activity
Individual plan
adapt to comfort and ability
Size
medium
11 to 18 kg
Energy level
Playfulness
Handles heat
Handles cold