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Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie

Loved by 78% of pet parents

Energetic, alert, and sociable, this breed thrives with active families and enjoys outdoor adventures. Bred for scent work, it bonds closely and displays a cheerful, enthusiastic spirit.

Breed Characteristics

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Playfulness

Adaptability

Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie dog breed

Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.

HEIGHT

48–56 cm (male)

45–53 cm (female)

WEIGHT

15–20 kg (male)

13–18 kg (female)

LIFE EXPECTANCY

12–15 years

Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie: Breed snapshot

Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance

Key Breed Characteristics

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Mammalia

Order

Carnivora

Family

Canidae

Genus

Canis

Species

Canis lupus familiaris

Diet

Omnivore

"A Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."

Temperament & personality

Understanding Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.

Personality Overview

The Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie is sociable, friendly, and even-tempered, typically getting along well with people and other dogs. This breed is alert and enthusiastic, especially in group settings.

Key Personality Traits

Friendliness

Generally sociable with people and other dogs

Intelligence

Learns basic commands at an average pace

Energy Level

Highly active and requires daily exercise

Playfulness

Enjoys interactive games and outdoor activities

Adaptability

Struggles with changes to routine or environment

Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie playing

Strengths

Excellent scenting ability for tracking game
Energetic and tireless during outdoor activities
Highly social with other dogs in packs
Adaptable to various rural environments
Loyal and responsive to consistent training

Challenges

High exercise needs require daily outlets
Prone to chasing small animals instinctively
May become vocal if under-stimulated
Not suited to apartment or urban living
Can develop separation anxiety if left alone

Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie with family

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Intelligence & exercise needs

Anglo-Francais de Petite Veneries are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.

🧠 Intelligence & training

Trainability

Learns with consistency

Overall rating

Intelligent and quick to learn, the Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie responds best to consistent, positive training methods. Their natural hunting instincts may require patience and firm guidance during training.

Trainable Tasks:

Scent tracking and trailing

Recall training off-leash

Leash walking etiquette

Socialization with other dogs

Hunting small game simulation

Wait and stay commands

🏃 Exercise & energy levels

Daily Exercise

90–120 minutes daily

recommended per day

This breed is highly energetic and needs substantial daily exercise, including long walks and opportunities to run. Mental stimulation and scent-based activities help satisfy their working instincts.

Recommended Activities:

Scent work games

Long-distance running

Group pack walks

Agility course exercises

Hide-and-seek scent games

Field search exercises

Is this breed right for you?

Anglo-Francais de Petite Veneries are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie would fit well in your home.