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Name	Basenji	Chinook	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	United States	Switzerland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs	Working 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	Shinook	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Chinook or Chinook? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (32 kg), Female: 55 pounds (25 kg)	130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (32 kg), Female: 55 pounds (25 kg)	132.5 pounds (60 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 23-27 inches (58-69 cm), Female: 21-25 inches (53-64 cm)	23.5-28.5 (60-72 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 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Chinook is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	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.
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Trainability Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chinook dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chinook dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? 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.	Chinook dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Dignified Alert Friendly Responsive Calm	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence
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: Chinook 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: Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Chinook dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Chinook dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. 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.	Chinook dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Chinook dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Chinook dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Chinook dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chinook is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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: Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Skin Irritation Seizures	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems
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 Chinook should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Chinook and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Chinook: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Chinook can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	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.	4 to 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 Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chinook has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Soft Thick	Dense
Colors What are the original Basenji, Chinook and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Gray Red Silver Fawn Gold Palomino	Black Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Chinook requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Basenji or Chinook or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chinook dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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: Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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, Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chinook has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average 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 Chinook is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Chinook dogs are generally with other pets.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Chinook dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chinook dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Chinook dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Chinook dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chinook dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Chinook is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Chinooks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Chinook or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? 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 Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chinook breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Yes 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 Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Chinook and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog have?	4-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Basenji vs Chinook vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 2013 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
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. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.

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