Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Hush Puppy?

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Name	Labrador Retriever	Basset Hound
Origins	England Canada	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Hush Puppy Basset
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Is the Labrador Retriever bigger than the Basset Hound breed? Is a Labrador Retriever smaller than a Basset Hound?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Basset Hound?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Labrador Retriever and Basset Hound?	$1000-$2000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound smarter? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average 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 Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Average: The Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Labrador Retriever 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	Labrador Retriever 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	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 Is a Labrador Retriever more dangerous than a Basset Hound?	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	The Labrador Retriever 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	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: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Average The Labrador Retriever 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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Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Labrador Retriever and Basset Hound?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 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: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	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.

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Does the Labrador Retriever breed eat more than the Basset Hound breed?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever and Basset Hound color? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound color comparison:	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. 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 Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Basset Hound dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. 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: Labrador Retriever 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high 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? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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 Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound?	Labrador Retriever dogs are 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 Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Basset Hound be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Basset Hound dogs?	Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Yes Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever 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?	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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: Labrador Retriever or Basset Hound? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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?	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.

Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Basset Hound have? Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound litter size comparison:	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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 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

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