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Name	Basset Hound	Bloodhound	Shar-Pei
Origins	France	France Belgium	China
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hush Puppy Basset	St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound	Chinese Fighting Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Bloodhound? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei height comparison:	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$800-$1200	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei intelligence:	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei trainability comparison.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shar-Pei 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: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei?	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei social needs comparison:	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei playfulness comparison:	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei?	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei 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 Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei?	The Basset Hound 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei 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	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, Bloodhound and Shar-Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei energy level comparison:	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei coat comparison:	Dense	Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Basset Hound, Bloodhound and Shar-Pei color?	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Black Tan Red Liver	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Basset Hound or Bloodhound or {name3 shedding:	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei 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, Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei?	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? Which dog is more friendly?	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not 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 Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei 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 Bloodhound or Shar-Pei?	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei?	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shar-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei 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: Basset Hound or Bloodhound or Shar-Pei? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei?	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei 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 Basset Hound and Bloodhound and Shar-Pei have?	6-8 puppies	8-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Basset Hound vs Bloodhound vs Shar-Pei Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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. 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 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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