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Name	Basenji	Poodle	Afghan Hound
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Germany France	Afghanistan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting 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	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Da Kochyano Spay Eastern Greyhound Persian Greyhound Ogar Afgan Sage Balochi Tazhi Spay Tazi Baluchi Hound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Poodle or Poodle? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg) Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	57 pounds (28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	27-29 inches (69-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	28 inches (71.5 cm)

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1500	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? 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.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Aloof Dignified Independent Clownish Happy
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Afghan Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Afghan Hound 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.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Afghan Hound 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Afghan Hound 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 Poodle vs Afghan Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound 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.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Poodle 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 Poodle vs Afghan Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Afghan Hound 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 Poodle vs Afghan Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism
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 Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Poodle and Afghan Hound 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 Poodle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound?	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 cold weather The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound energy level comparison:	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 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 Poodle vs Afghan Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound coat comparison:	Fine	Curly	Fine
Colors What are the original Basenji, Poodle and Afghan Hound color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Red Blue Cream White Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Basenji or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	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.	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 Poodle vs Afghan Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Afghan Hound 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound 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.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Afghan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Afghan Hound dogs are not the most 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 Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Afghan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Afghan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Poodle or Afghan Hound?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Afghan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Afghan Hound 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 Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Afghan Hound 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.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Poodle or Afghan Hound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Poodle vs Afghan Hound?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Afghan Hound 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 Poodle vs Afghan Hound 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 Poodle and Afghan Hound have?	4-5 puppies	2-4 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Basenji vs Poodle vs Afghan Hound 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 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds 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. 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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