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Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hush Puppy or Alpine Mastiff or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Basset Hound St. Bernard Golden Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hush Puppy
Basset
Alpine Mastiff
Bernhardiner
St. Barnhardshund
St. Bernard
Saint
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Medium Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) 110-200 pounds (50-91 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) 155 pounds (70.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) 25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) 25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $1500-$1800 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The St.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever intelligence:
Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.
Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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St.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? 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.
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St.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Independent
Happy
Friendly
Gentle
Going
Social
Quiet
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: St.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever?
High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: St.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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St.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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St.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Golden Retriever 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.
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Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:
Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed.
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St.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever?
Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally.
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Low: The St.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound 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.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever 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.
St.
Golden Retriever 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 St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

St.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
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.

Moderate

The St.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever?
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.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever 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
Allergies
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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 St.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, St. Bernard and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of St.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:
Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Rough
Smooth
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Colors
What are the original Basset Hound, St. Bernard and Golden Retriever color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Tricolor
Black
Red
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Golden
Light
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The St.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Basset Hound or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:
Basset Hound dogs shed moderately.
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St.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever?

High 🔼

The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The St.

Medium

The Golden Retriever 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.
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The St.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever 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.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever?
Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
St.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever?
Yes
Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
St.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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
St.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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.
St.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Basset Hound or St. Bernard or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever?

Not really

Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

St.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Basset Hound and St. Bernard and Golden Retriever have?
6-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Basset Hound vs St. Bernard vs Golden Retriever 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 Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a 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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
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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