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Name	Beagle	Chihuahua	Basset Hound
Origins	England	Mexico	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Csivava Chihuahueño	Hush Puppy Basset
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$600-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Chihuahua and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Beagle, Chihuahua and Basset Hound color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Beagle or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basset Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Beagle or Chihuahua or Basset Hound? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Beagle and Chihuahua and Basset Hound have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	2-4 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Beagle vs Chihuahua vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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