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Name	Dachshund	Greyhound	Basenji
Origins	Germany	United Kingdom	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	English Greyhound	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Small	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or Greyhound or Greyhound? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 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?	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 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?	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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 Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound 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 Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Greyhound 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. 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 Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Greyhound 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: Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Dachshund 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.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than 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.

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Greyhound 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: Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Greyhound 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Greyhound and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 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: Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	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.

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Dachshund, Greyhound and Basenji color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Dachshund or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. 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: Dachshund or Greyhound 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average 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?	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji 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 Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Greyhound 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Greyhound 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?	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Dachshund vs Greyhound 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.	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: Dachshund or Greyhound or Basenji? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
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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.	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.	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: Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound 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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji 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 Dachshund and Greyhound and Basenji have?	4-8 puppies	1-12 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Dachshund vs Greyhound vs Basenji 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 Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	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 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	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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