Barbet History, Old line or Vieux Barbet vs Modern Barbet, VIEUX BARBET, Working gundog Griffon Boulet and Barbet => 1st cousins February 18, 2019 Elaine It’s quite obvious..and worrisome for those who cannot relate to history and facts.( click on picture for full size). At least the genes aren’t lost, but for how long? How many people defend the old breed other than me?