Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: African Barkless Dog or Flanders Cattle Dog or Borders? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Basenji and Bouvier des Flandres. Which is better: Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier?
Name | Basenji | Bouvier des Flandres | Border Terrier |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Working Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 84 | 85 | 92 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier breeds. |
African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog |
Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog | Borders |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg) | Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg) | Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) | Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) | Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier height comparison: | Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) | Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm) | Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm) | Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1000-$1200 | $1500-$2000 | $1200-$1400 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? | Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed ranks highest? | Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is easiest to train? | Basenji dogs are easy to train. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. | Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most alert? | Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most protective? | Basenji dogs are average defenders. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier? Compare temperaments. |
Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate |
Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational |
Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier? | Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier social needs comparison: | Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. | Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. | Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play? | Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has fewer health issues? | The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier health problems comparison: |
Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma |
Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most active? | Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need. | Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which needs most food? | 3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red White Brindle |
Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt |
Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which drools least? | The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine | Rough | Rough |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or {name3 shedding: | Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. | Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is best with kids? | Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets. | Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Bouvier des Flandres or Border Terrier? | Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier? |
Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | 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. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has most puppies? | 4-5 puppies | 5-10 puppies | 2-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Basenji vs Bouvier des Flandres vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Basenji, Bouvier des Flandres, and Border Terrier. Which has most recognition? |
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. |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers |
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