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Name	Basset Hound	English Cocker Spaniel	Norfolk Terrier
Origins	France	England	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hush Puppy Basset	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker	Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)	10-12 pounds (4½-5½ 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: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)	11 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier height comparison:	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$900-$1200	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get.

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier intelligence:	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier trainability comparison.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Norfolk Terrier 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 English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? 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.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful	Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier?	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier social needs comparison:	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	English Cocker Spaniel 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

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier playfulness comparison:	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier?	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. 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 English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier 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.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	English Cocker Spaniel 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norfolk Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norfolk Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier?	The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure	No data available
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.	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, English Cocker Spaniel and Norfolk Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norfolk Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Feathered	Wiry Shaggy
Colors What are the original Basset Hound, English Cocker Spaniel and Norfolk Terrier color?	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norfolk Terrier 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 English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier?	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average 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 English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier 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.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norfolk Terrier 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 Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier?	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier?	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norfolk Terrier 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 English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norfolk Terrier 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.	English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Norfolk Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier 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: Basset Hound or English Cocker Spaniel or Norfolk Terrier? 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.	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.	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?	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.	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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier?	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norfolk Terrier 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	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier 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 English Cocker Spaniel and Norfolk Terrier have?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Basset Hound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Norfolk Terrier 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 1946 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
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. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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