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Name	Basenji	Brittany	Puggle
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	France	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Beagle-Pug
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Brittany or Brittany? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	15-40 pounds (7-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 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: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$700-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Puggle is easier than average to get.

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Puggle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Social Cheerful
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. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Puggle 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: Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Puggle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Puggle 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?	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Puggle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle playfulness comparison:	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Puggle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle?	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Puggle 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 Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	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 Brittany indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Puggle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Puggle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Brittany 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.

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Puggle bite force: Weak.
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 Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Puggle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle mouthiness comparison:	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Puggle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Cherry Eye Distichiasis Obesity
Veterinarian Visits 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 Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Puggle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Brittany and Puggle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany 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.

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle energy level comparison:	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Puggle dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Puggle dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Puggle dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 cups 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? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle coat comparison:	Fine	Feathered	Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Basenji, Brittany and Puggle color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Tan Red White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Puggle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Basenji or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Puggle dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle 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, Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Puggle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Puggle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Good With Comparison

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

Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle 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: Basenji or Brittany or Puggle? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Puggle 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	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 Brittany vs Puggle 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 Basenji and Brittany and Puggle have?	4-5 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	3-5 puppies
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Basenji vs Brittany vs Puggle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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