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Average Litter Size of Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 35 different Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen birth litters.

From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens can have is 5 puppies. Also, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 10 puppies per litter.

See how the litter size of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen compares to that of other dog breeds below:

The average litter size of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen (in green) compared to the litter sizes of other dog breeds (in red)
Dog Breed Average Litter Size
Hovawart Average Litter Size 7.8
German Wirehaired Pointer Average Litter Size 7.3
Brittany Average Litter Size 6.4
Spanish Water Dog Average Litter Size 6.3
Saluki Average Litter Size 6.3
Akita Average Litter Size 6.1
German Spaniel Average Litter Size 6.0
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Average Litter Size 5.1
Norwegian Buhund Average Litter Size 4.9
Basenji Average Litter Size 4.8
Havanese Average Litter Size 4.3
Miniature Pinscher Average Litter Size 4.3
Smooth Fox Terrier Average Litter Size 4.3
Danish-Swedish Farmdog Average Litter Size 4.2
Boston Terrier Average Litter Size 4.1
Finnish Spitz Average Litter Size 3.7
Silky Terrier Average Litter Size 3.7
Lowchen Average Litter Size 3.3
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Average Litter Size 3.2
Japanese Chin Average Litter Size 1.9

Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.

Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Will Have

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Litter Size Predictor

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Number of Puppies to Expect:

According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen will have depends on the following main factors:

  • The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
  • The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
  • The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is likely to have at different ages.

According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:

  • The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
  • The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.

Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.

We have developed the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

The calculator tells you how many puppies your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen will have if your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.

Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.

The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen at different ages. This table applies to a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen that conceives through natural mating.

Age (Years) Average Litter Size Litter Size Range
2 4 puppies 3 to 6 puppies
3 4 puppies 3 to 6 puppies
4 4 puppies 3 to 6 puppies
5 4 puppies 2 to 6 puppies
6 4 puppies 2 to 6 puppies
7 4 puppies 1 to 7 puppies
8 4 puppies 1 to 7 puppies
9 3 puppies 0 to 7 puppies

How Big Will a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Puppy Get?

A Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen puppy will grow up to weigh around 30 to 40 pounds. Furthermore, a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen puppy will grow up to be 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder.

Learn more about Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen weight and how big Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens grow here

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Growth Chart

How Long is a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Pregnant?

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens can range from 58-68 days.

However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.

Sperm can live inside a female Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen for several days after mating before conception occurs.

How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

To ensure that your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:

  • Feed your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen well: A good diet will ensure that your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
  • Make sure your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is in good health: Ensure you take your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
  • To learn how to check if your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.

Conclusion on Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Litter Size

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens can have 5 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen will have depends on factors such as the age of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).

Breeding Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.

Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.

However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.

The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.