Bichon Frise vs Basenji Comparison – Which dog is better Bichon A Poil Frise or African Barkless Dog?

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Name	Bichon Frise	Basenji
Origins	Spain Belgium	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Bichon Frise or Basenji? Is the Bichon Frise bigger than the Basenji breed? Is a Bichon Frise smaller than a Basenji?	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Basenji? Bichon Frise vs Basenji weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Basenji? Is a Bichon Frise taller than a Basenji?	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Basenji? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Bichon Frise and Basenji?	$700-$1000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Bichon Frise or Basenji smarter? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Basenji intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Bichon Frise vs Basenji trainability comparison. What's the difference between Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Basenji? Bichon Frise vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Bichon Frise vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bichon Frise vs Basenji? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bichon Frise vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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Bichon Frise vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Bichon Frise more dangerous than a Basenji?	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bichon Frise vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bichon Frise vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Bichon Frise and Basenji?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Basenji? Bichon Frise vs Basenji energy level comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bichon Frise vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Bichon Frise vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Basenji? Does the Bichon Frise breed eat more than the Basenji breed?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Basenji coat comparison:	Curly	Fine
Colors What are the original Bichon Frise and Basenji color? Bichon Frise vs Basenji color comparison:	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Basenji? Bichon Frise vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Basenji? Do Bichon Frise dogs shed more than Basenji dogs?	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Basenji 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: Bichon Frise or Basenji?	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 Bichon Frise vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Basenji?	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Basenji? Can a Bichon Frise and a Basenji be friends? Do Bichon Frise dogs get along with Basenji dogs?	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs Basenji 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bichon Frise or Basenji? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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?	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: Bichon Frise vs Basenji?	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.
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.

Bichon Frise vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bichon Frise and Basenji have? Bichon Frise vs Basenji litter size comparison:	2-5 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Bichon Frise vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.

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