Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Comparison – Which dog is better Hush Puppy or Bleus de Gascogne?

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Name	Basset Hound	Basset Bleu de Gascogne
Origins	France	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne. What other names are these breeds known by?	Hush Puppy Basset	Bleus de Gascogne Blue Gascony Basset
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Basset Hound and a Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Basset Hound and a Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	35-40 pounds (16-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Is a Basset Hound taller than a Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	13–15 inches (34–38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	13–15 inches (34–38 cm)

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Basset Hound and a Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which breed costs more?	$300-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Average: The Basset Bleu de Gascogne is a commonly available dog breed.

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low: The Basset Hound 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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare training requirements.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare alertness levels.	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare territorial behaviors.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Basset Hound and a Basset Bleu de Gascogne. How do their temperaments differ?	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Active Curious Happy Agile Affectionate Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne 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: Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne social needs comparison:	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Which can be better for hunting?	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Basset Bleu de Gascogne 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 Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare play drive and energy.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Basset Bleu de Gascogne is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Bleu de Gascogne breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare adaptability levels.	Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basset Bleu de Gascogne has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Basset Bleu de Gascogne bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Basset Bleu de Gascogne: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Basset Hound and a Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which breed is healthier?	The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Basset Bleu de Gascognes tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Basset Bleu de Gascogne should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia	Back Issues Bloat

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare activity levels.	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Basset Bleu de Gascogne has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Black Blue White Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Bleu de Gascogne doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare drooling amounts.	The Basset Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Basset Bleu de Gascogne is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Basset Bleu de Gascogne has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Basset Hound and a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare fur types.	Dense	Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Do Basset Hound dogs shed more than Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs?	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare kid-friendliness.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Which dog is more friendly?	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Hound or Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Can a Basset Hound and a Basset Bleu de Gascogne be friends? Do Basset Hound dogs get along with Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs?	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne?	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Basset Bleu de Gascogne dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Basset Bleu de Gascogne is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basset Bleu de Gascognes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? 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 Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? 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 Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basset Bleu de Gascogne breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Basset Hound or a Basset Bleu de Gascogne? 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 Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne. 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.

Basset Hound vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Basset Hound and Basset Bleu de Gascogne. Which is more widely recognized?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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