--- title: Boarding a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/petit-basset-griffon-vendeen/ business: Happy Paws Kennels address: 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 phone: 707-678-6600 hours: drop-off and pick-up every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2:00-5:00 PM type: Dog and cat boarding kennel on about 10 country acres; caring for pets in Dixon since 1971 rates: 2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026 (dogs from $52 a night, cats $35 a night) --- - [Home](https://happypawskennels.com/) - [Breed guides](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/) - Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen # Boarding a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen A Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen usually fits an Economy Class kennel, 4 x 4 ft inside, at $52 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) [Usually fits an Economy Class kennel $52 a night ยท 4 x 4 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 25 to 40 lb - **Height (AKC):** 13 to 15 in - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $55 The AKC lists a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen at 13 to 15 inches and 25 to 40 pounds, so one fits an Economy kennel (4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates). On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the Extra Long column is $55 at 26 to 50 pounds; please ask to confirm. PBGV is how most owners say it. A small French rabbit hound with a houndy bark and a goat-like coat, it is a pack dog that likes company. ## Follows its nose The AKC calls the PBGV a very active, curious dog that needs a great deal of exercise and room to wander. With an extraordinary sense of smell and an irresistible urge to follow scents, it must be on a leash outside its yard. Leashed walks and the large fenced play areas fit that, and the grass field gives scent to follow. Walks are included in every stay. ## Low and long, 25 to 40 pounds Short legs again hide the weight. A PBGV is built low, 13 to 15 inches, but 25 to 40 pounds of muscle fits Economy at $52 a night. The AKC says the breed does well with other dogs and kids; two from one home share for $52 and $44. ## Harsh like a goat, tousled by design The AKC says the coat should be harsh and thick, like goat hair, with a full brushing out at least weekly so a comb runs through easily. It says trimming is kept to a minimum because the tousled look is part of the charm, and that most owners bathe monthly with a nail trim. On the bath chart that is the Extra Long column: $55 at 26 to 50 pounds, effective January 1, 2024. Please ask to confirm. Check the ears: the AKC suggests weekly. ## A pack dog on a long stay The AKC says PBGVs are bred to work in a pack and enjoy company. The runs let a dog see neighbors through the fence while keeping their own space, which is a good fit for a hound. For a long stay, the 14 night reduced rate applies, $47 for one dog in Economy on the 2026 rates. ## Stay math for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Stays of 14 nights or more get the reduced rate, so 15 nights for one Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen in [Economy](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) is 15 x $47 = $705 on the 2026 rates. Each night is $47, against $52 for shorter stays. A second dog from your home sharing the run is $44. The balance is due at pick-up, and check-out is by 11:30 AM. Military families pay that same reduced rate, about 10 percent off; the sheet does not list the two as combining, so call 707-678-6600 to confirm. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/petit-basset-griffon-vendeen/) - [Happy Paws Kennels 2026 rate sheet (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Rates-EFFECTIVE-1-1-26.pdf) - [Happy Paws Kennels bathing rates effective January 1, 2024](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) - [NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/) ### 2026 nightly rates - First Class kennel $72 - Business Class kennel $59 - Economy Class kennel $52 - Cat condo $35 All-inclusive: food, medications and walks. 2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026. [All 2026 rates](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) ### Visit or call 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) | Drop-off and pick-up, every day | 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM | | --- | --- | | Tours, every day (no appointment) | 9:00 to 11:00 AM and 2:00 to 4:00 PM | [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin) ### Related - [Basset Hound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/basset-hound/) - [Beagle](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/beagle/) - [Boarding medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Long-term boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/long-term-dog-boarding/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Boarding hound breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/hound-dogs/) ## Which kennel class fits? How many dogs? Biggest dog They will share one kennel Pick how many dogs and the biggest one's size. A guide from the sizes on our facility page. The staff confirm the right kennel when you book. ## Bath price finder Your dog's weight Coat Pick a weight and coat. From the bath chart effective January 1, 2024. The 2026 sheet prices baths on request, so please ask to confirm. Baths are for overnight boarders. ## Read next - [Irish Red and White Setter](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/irish-red-and-white-setter/) - [Sealyham Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/sealyham-terrier/) - [Portuguese Podengo Pequeno](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/portuguese-podengo-pequeno/) - [Glen of Imaal Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/glen-of-imaal-terrier/) - [Berger Picard](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/berger-picard/) - [Spanish Water Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/spanish-water-dog/) - [Curly-Coated Retriever](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/curly-coated-retriever/) - [Irish Water Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/irish-water-spaniel/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) (every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2-5 PM) or see the [boarding FAQ](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/). ### Is a PBGV the same as a Basset Hound for boarding? No. A PBGV is a separate breed at 25 to 40 pounds, and it fits Economy. The Basset Hound has its own page. ### How much is a 15 night stay? The reduced rate starts at 14 nights: 15 x $47 = $705 for one dog in Economy on the 2026 rates. ### Does the PBGV need a leash on walks? Yes. The AKC says to keep the dog on a leash outside the yard because it follows scents.