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Name	Bullmastiff	Shar-Pei	Basenji
Origins	England	China	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bullie Bully	Chinese Fighting Dog	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Shar-Pei? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji weight comparison:	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Basenji 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?	Bullmastiff 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.	Shar-Pei 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.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji?	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bullmastiff indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji 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 Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shar-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Bullmastiff, Shar-Pei and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji energy level comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji coat comparison:	Rough	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Bullmastiff, Shar-Pei and Basenji color?	Red Fawn Brindle	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or {name3 shedding:	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji?	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shar-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most 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 Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji?	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji?	Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shar-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	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: Bullmastiff or Shar-Pei or Basenji? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji?	Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji 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 Bullmastiff and Shar-Pei and Basenji have?	4-13 puppies, average 8	4-6 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Bullmastiff vs Shar-Pei vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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