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Breed Books |
The most recent in-depth PBGV book is Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen: A Definitive Study by Valerie Link and Linda Skerritt, Doral Publishing, 1999. The ISBN is 0-944875-58-0. The authors obtained previously unexamined kennel records, albums and archives. They chart in-depth early days of the breed in prominent countries, with new information and hitherto unseen photos. |
A good source of information is the book Understanding the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen: Rustic French Hound by Kitty Steidel, Orient Publications, 1987. The ISBN is 0-9618117-0-6. Written when the breed was in its infancy in the States, this book gives general history and standards, discusses training and general care. It is informative, interesting and easy to read. |
For general dog-care, Jeffrey Pepper has authored two books on the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen. The first was produced by TFH Publications, 1993, ISBN is 0-86622-578-1. It gives advice on selecting and caring for a PBGV. The second, published by Interpet, appeared in 2001, ISBN 1-903098-00-8. With charming photos, this too explains about care of your PBGV. |
In 2003, a privately printed book made a welcome appearance. This is the Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen by Vivien Phillips charts the breed's ancestry and its early history in the UK. The book is available from her on 01442 851225 or |
Finally, a new addition came in 2004 with Meet the Basset Breeds - another privately produced book. Along with other basset breeds, this contains never-before seen historical documents and photos, also current PBGV and GBGV information and breeder ads. A second edition, by Linda Skerritt, which is on similar lines with more exciting unseen material plus up to date breeder information, is available from her on 01753 817987 or |