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Name	Drever	Beagle	Rhodesian Ridgeback
Origins	Sweden	England	Zimbabwe
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swedish Dachsbracke	English Beagle	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is the smallest dog, Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Drever or Beagle or Beagle? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight comparison:	32-34 pounds (14-16 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	33 pounds (15 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback height comparison:	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$800	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback trainability comparison.	Drever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Drever dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Drever dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Outright Tempered Selfish Keen	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous
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: Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	High: Drever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:	Drever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Drever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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?	Drever 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. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback playfulness comparison:	Average: Drevers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Low to Average: The Drever rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Very house-friendly dog the Drever breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Drever 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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Drever 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.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Drever bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Drever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback mouthiness comparison:	Drever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Drevers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Drever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do Drever, Beagle and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Drever: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback energy level comparison:	Drever dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Drever dogs have an average exercise need.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Drever dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Drever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback coat comparison:	Thick Harsh Coarse	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Drever, Beagle and Rhodesian Ridgeback color?	Black White Fawn Tricolor	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Drever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Drever or Beagle or {name3 shedding:	Drever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	6-8 weeks 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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, Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Medium ⏺ The Drever has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Drever is an average drooler. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Drever dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Drever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Yes Drever 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.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Drever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Drevers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Drever or Beagle or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	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.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Not really Drever breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Drever and Beagle and Rhodesian Ridgeback have?	4-9 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7	6-8 puppies
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Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound 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.	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 Related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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