Havanese vs Basset Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Bichon Habanero or Hush Puppy?

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Name	Havanese	Basset Hound
Origins	Cuba	France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Havanese and Basset Hound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Hush Puppy Basset
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Havanese and a Basset Hound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Havanese and a Basset Hound. Which breed is heavier?	7-13 pounds (3-6 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?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Basset Hound? Is a Havanese taller than a Basset Hound?	8-11 inches (21-29 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?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Havanese vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Havanese and a Basset Hound. Which breed costs more?	$900-$1200	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Basset Hound?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Havanese vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare training requirements.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare alertness levels.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Havanese vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Havanese and a Basset Hound. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Havanese vs Basset Hound?	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: Havanese vs Basset Hound?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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? What's the difference between Havanese vs Basset Hound?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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? What's the difference between Havanese vs Basset Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese 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

Havanese vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare play drive and energy.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
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Havanese vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare adaptability levels.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Basset Hound?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Havanese vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Havanese 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Havanese vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Havanese and a Basset Hound. Which breed is healthier?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basset Hound 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: Havanese vs Basset Hound?	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basset Hound 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: Havanese vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia

Havanese vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare activity levels.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Basset Hound?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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Havanese vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare daily food needs.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Havanese vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Havanese and Basset Hound? Compare breed colors.	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Havanese 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Havanese and a Basset Hound? Compare fur types.	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Havanese or Basset Hound? Do Havanese dogs shed more than Basset Hound dogs?	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Havanese vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Basset Hound?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Basset Hound? Can a Havanese and a Basset Hound be friends? Do Havanese dogs get along with Basset Hound dogs?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Havanese vs Basset Hound?	Yes Havanese 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 Havanese 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?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Basset Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Havanese 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Havanese or a Basset Hound? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Havanese and Basset Hound. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Havanese vs Basset Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Havanese and Basset Hound. Which has larger litters?	1-9 puppies, average 4	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Havanese and Basset Hound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Havanese and Basset Hound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Havanese vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Havanese and Basset Hound. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Havanese and Basset Hound. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Havanese and Basset Hound. Which is more widely recognized?	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	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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