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Name	Basenji	Scottish Deerhound	St. Bernard
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Scotland	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting 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	Deerhound	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Medium	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or Scottish Deerhound? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	92.5 pounds (42 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	30 inches (76 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1200	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The St.

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard 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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	St. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? 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.	Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	St. See more.
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Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Dignified Friendly Docile Gentle Polite Still	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
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.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	St. 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 Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	St. 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.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.
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 Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard mouthiness comparison:	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Factor Vii Deficiency Drug Sensitivity Cystinuria Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy
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.	Rare The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The St.
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Scottish Deerhound and St. Bernard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard energy level comparison:	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	St.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average exercise need.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Scottish Deerhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	St.
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Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 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 Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard 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 Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.
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Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry	Dense Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Basenji, Scottish Deerhound and St. Bernard color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Gray Blue Brindle	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Deerhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
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 Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The St. See more.

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard 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.	Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	St.
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 Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	St.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scottish Deerhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	St.

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard 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 Scottish Deerhound or St. Bernard? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scottish Deerhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard 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 Scottish Deerhound and St. Bernard have?	4-5 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Basenji vs Scottish Deerhound vs St. Bernard 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 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	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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