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Name	Bulldog	Giant Schnauzer	Basset Hound
Origins	England	Germany	France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	British Bulldog English Bulldog	Riesenschnauzer	Hush Puppy Basset
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Medium	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound weight comparison:	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound height comparison:	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1000-$1500	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound intelligence:	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basset Hound 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: Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound?	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Basset Hound 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison:	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound?	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound 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 Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Giant Schnauzer 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Bulldog 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound?	Very healthy dog breed.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Basset Hound 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: Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Giant Schnauzer 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Bulldog, Giant Schnauzer and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound energy level comparison:	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original Bulldog, Giant Schnauzer and Basset Hound color?	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle	Black Pepper Salt	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound grooming comparison:	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound?	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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.

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very 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 Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound?	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound?	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound 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: Bulldog or Giant Schnauzer or Basset Hound? 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?	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.	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?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound?	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basset Hound 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?	Yes 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.

Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound 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 Bulldog and Giant Schnauzer and Basset Hound have?	4-5 puppies	5-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Bulldog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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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