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Compare Basenji and Poodle. Which is better: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese?
Name | Basenji | Poodle | Havanese |
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Origins | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Germany France | Cuba |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 84 | 7 | 23 |
Reviews | 2 | 14 | 6 |
User Ratings |
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 |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Medium | Medium | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Basenji or Poodle or Poodle? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese 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) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 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) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese height comparison: | Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) | 15 inches (38 cm) or more | 8-11 inches (21-29 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 | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Which is more expensive? | $1000-$1200 | $1000-$1500 | $900-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese intelligence: | Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese trainability comparison. | Basenji dogs are easy to train. | Poodle dogs are easy to train. | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Poodle or Havanese?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Basenji dogs are average defenders. | Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison: |
Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
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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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese? | Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese social needs comparison: | Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. | Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
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. | Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
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. | Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese playfulness comparison: | Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Poodle is a playful breed. | The Havanese is a highly playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese? | Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. | Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home. | Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese 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. | Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | 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. | Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. |
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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 Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese mouthiness comparison: | Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese? | 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 Havanese 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 Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese 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 Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt |
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 Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Poodle and Havanese 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 |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Basenji or Poodle or Havanese?
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese energy level comparison: | Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs. | Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? 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. | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep. | Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | 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. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese coat comparison: | Fine | Curly |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long |
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Colors
What are the original Basenji, Poodle and Havanese color? |
Black Tan Red White Brindle |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Basenji or Poodle or {name3 shedding: | Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. | Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese? | Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Havanese 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. | The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese 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. | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly? | Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? | Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese? |
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 Havanese 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 Havanese 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. | Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Basenji or Poodle or Havanese? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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 Havanese? | Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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 Havanese Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Basenji and Poodle and Havanese have? | 4-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 1-9 puppies, average 4 |
Basenji vs Poodle vs Havanese 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 1996 as a Toy breed. |
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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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds 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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America |
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