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Name	Basset Hound	Pug	Kuvasz
Origins	France	China	Hungary
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hush Puppy Basset	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Hungarian Kuvasz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz?	Medium	Small	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Basset Hound or Pug or Pug? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 106-137 pounds (48-62 kg), Female: 82-110 pounds (37-50 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: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 121 pounds (40 kg), Female: 96 pounds (48,5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz height comparison:	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$300-$500	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz?	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Kuvasz is easier than average to get.

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz intelligence:	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Trainability Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz trainability comparison.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz?	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kuvasz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? 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.	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Kuvasz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Independent Clownish Protective Intelligent Patient Loyal Fearless Faithful Brave Dependable Self-Confident
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Kuvasz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz?	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Kuvasz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz social needs comparison:	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kuvasz 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.	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Kuvasz dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Pug 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz playfulness comparison:	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Kuvaszs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz?	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kuvasz barks occasionally. 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 Pug or Kuvasz?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kuvasz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz 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.	Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Kuvasz 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 Pug or Kuvasz?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz?	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.	Kuvaszs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz 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 Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Eye Diseases Thyroid Disorder Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Osteochondrosis
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 Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Kuvasz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, Pug and Kuvasz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Kuvasz: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz energy level comparison:	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Kuvasz 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 Pug vs Kuvasz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	Kuvasz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz?	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kuvasz dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	8 to 10 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? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kuvasz's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense Wavy Double Coarser Topcoat Moderately Harsh Slightly Stiff Finer Downy Undercoat
Colors What are the original Basset Hound, Pug and Kuvasz color?	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Black Fawn	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Kuvasz requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Basset Hound or Pug or {name3 shedding:	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Kuvasz dogs shed above average. 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 Pug or Kuvasz?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz?	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low 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 Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kuvasz is an average drooler. See more.

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz 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.	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Kuvasz dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz? Which dog is more friendly?	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz 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 Pug or Kuvasz?	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or Pug or Kuvasz?	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz 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 Pug or Kuvasz?	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz?	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Kuvasz 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.	No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kuvasz 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.	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kuvaszs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz 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 Pug or Kuvasz? 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.	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 Pug vs Kuvasz?	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kuvasz 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz 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 Pug and Kuvasz have?	6-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Basset Hound vs Pug vs Kuvasz 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 Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	No data available

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