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Name	Basenji	Jagdterrier	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Germany	Portugal
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	84	531	54
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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	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Jagdterrier? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	21 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$300-$500	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water 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.	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Courageous Intelligent Reliable Sociable Strong Willed Adaptable	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
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.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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 Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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 Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Portuguese Water 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.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
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Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water 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.	Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Jagdterrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Primary Lens Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia
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.	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Jagdterrier and Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 2.5 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? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry Smooth	Curly
Colors What are the original Basenji, Jagdterrier and Portuguese Water Dog color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Tan Yellow	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Basenji or Jagdterrier or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog 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 Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water 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.	Jagdterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water Dog?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jagdterrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water 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.	Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier or Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jagdterrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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 Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water 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 Jagdterrier and Portuguese Water Dog have?	4-5 puppies	3-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Basenji vs Jagdterrier vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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.	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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