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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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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds.	Swedish Dachsbracke	English Beagle	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback? Compare adult weight ranges.	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 Range Compare puppy costs for Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Find price differences between these breeds.	$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

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed ranks highest?	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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is easiest to train?	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.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most alert?	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.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most protective?	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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback? Compare temperaments.	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.
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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.
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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

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most vocal?	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.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most playful?	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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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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.
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Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most flexible?	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.
Alone Time Tolerance 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 Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has lowest bite risk?	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.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which uses mouth most during play?	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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has the strongest bite?	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

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed lives longest?	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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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which handles climate changes best?	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has fewer health issues?	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.
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Vet Care Frequency 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.
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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

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most active?	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.
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Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is most prone to obesity?	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.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which needs most food?	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

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. What colors are available?	Black White Fawn Tricolor	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which requires most maintenance?	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.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which drools 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has least natural smell?	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.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Thick Harsh Coarse	Dense	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
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.
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Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best with kids?	Drever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility 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.
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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.
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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 Capability Compare service dog potential between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best suited for water work?	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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has most puppies?	4-9 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. What's recommended?	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.

Drever vs Beagle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. How are they classified?	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 Classification Compare FCI groups for Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. How are they classified internationally?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Drever, Beagle, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has most recognition?	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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