Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Russell Terrier

The biggest differences

These two breeds are close on every trait: no score differs by more than one point.

They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, openness to strangers, energy level, trainability, adaptability.

Which one should you choose?

Pick the Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close. Pick the Russell Terrier if you want a more protective watchdog, you have other dogs.

Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.

Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.