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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Berner or Hush Puppy or English Beagle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bernese Mountain Dog Basset Hound Beagle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle breeds.
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Hush Puppy
Basset
English Beagle
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle height comparison:
Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $300-$500 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle?
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is easiest to train?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed is most alert?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed is most protective?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle?
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle social needs comparison:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which uses mouth most during play?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed lives longest?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has fewer health issues?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
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
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which breed is most active?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which needs most food?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. What colors are available?
Black
White
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Tricolor
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which drools least?
The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 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 Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle? Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or {name3 shedding:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Basset Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is best with kids?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Basset Hound or Beagle?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle?
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good 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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which is best for draft work?

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has most military use?

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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has most puppies?
1-14 puppies, average 8 6-8 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. What's recommended?

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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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Basset Hound vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bernese Mountain Dog, Basset Hound, and Beagle. Which has most recognition?
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
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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