Basenji vs Podenco Canario Comparison – Which dog is better African Barkless Dog or Canarian Hound?

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Name	Basenji	Podenco Canario
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Spain
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Basenji and Podenco Canario. What other names are these breeds known by?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Canarian Hound Canarian Warren Hound Canary Islands Hound Canary Islands Warren Hound
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Basenji and a Podenco Canario. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Basenji and a Podenco Canario. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Podenco Canario? Is a Basenji taller than a Podenco Canario?	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Basenji and a Podenco Canario. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Podenco Canario?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare training requirements.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare alertness levels.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare territorial behaviors.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Basenji vs Podenco Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Basenji and a Podenco Canario. How do their temperaments differ?	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Active Intelligent Friendly Calm Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Basenji vs Podenco Canario?	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Podenco Canario 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 Podenco Canario?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Podenco Canario social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Basenji vs Podenco Canario?	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 Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Basenji vs Podenco Canario? Which can be better for hunting?	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Podenco Canario?	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.

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Podenco Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Podenco Canario bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Basenji and a Podenco Canario. Which breed is healthier?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Basenji vs Podenco Canario?	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Podenco Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Podenco Canario health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	No data available

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare activity levels.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basenji vs Podenco Canario exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Podenco Canario? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Podenco Canario dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Podenco Canario?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Podenco Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare daily food needs.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Basenji and Podenco Canario? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red White Brindle	White Brown Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare drooling amounts.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Basenji and a Podenco Canario? Compare fur types.	Fine	Dense Shiny
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Podenco Canario? Do Basenji dogs shed more than Podenco Canario dogs?	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare kid-friendliness.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Podenco Canario? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Podenco Canario?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Podenco Canario? Can a Basenji and a Podenco Canario be friends? Do Basenji dogs get along with Podenco Canario dogs?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Basenji vs Podenco Canario?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Podenco Canario 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 Podenco Canario 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.	Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Basenji vs Podenco Canario As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Podenco Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Basenji or a Podenco Canario? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Basenji and Podenco Canario. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Basenji and Podenco Canario. Which has larger litters?	4-5 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Basenji and Podenco Canario breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Basenji and Podenco Canario. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Basenji vs Podenco Canario Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Basenji and Podenco Canario. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Basenji and Podenco Canario. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Basenji and Podenco Canario. Which is more widely recognized?	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

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