The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen, commonly called the “PBGV” or “Petit,” is a small scent hound. It has a rough coat and is close to the ground. This breed is native to the Vendée region of France.

Choosing to add a furry friend to your growing household is a long-term commitment, and picking a breed that fits your lifestyle presents the key to a happy home. With over 160 American Kennel ...

Is there a new “it” dog breed? That might be the question some are asking now that Buddy Holly, a petit basset griffon Vendéen, took home the top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on ...

A dog named after a rock and roll legend came away with the top prize at the 147th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York on Tuesday. Buddy Holly beat out more than 3,000 dogs from 210 ...

Buddy Holly, a petit basset griffon Vendeen, won the Hound Dog group at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and went on to be named top dog in the elite competition Tuesday in New York. What defines ...

The 2019 Westminster Kennel Club dog show starts Monday at Piers 92 and 94 in New York. On Tuesday night, best in show will be announced at Madison Square Garden. While little has changed about the ...

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen and Nederlandse Kooikerhondje will be joining the more than 2,000 canines breeds that walk the National Dog Show ring. Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She ...

The petit basset griffon Vendéen made history Tuesday. Who’s the best boy? Buddy Holly, a petit basset griffon Vendéen or PBGV, was named the 2023 best in show winner at the 147th Westminster Kennel ...

NEW YORK-- A spirited Dutch duck-luring dog and a friendly French rabbit hound are now running with the American Kennel Club's pack. The club announced Wednesday that it's recognizing the Nederlandse ...

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Buddy Holly, the petit basset griffon Vendéen, has been named best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show – the first of his breed to win the prestigious contest’s top prize. The PBGV, who ...

Buddy Holly is the first Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen to win Best in Show at the Westminster Dog Show Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013. Her work has ...