Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Zwergschnauzer or Bichon A Poil Frise or Hush Puppy? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Miniature Schnauzer and Bichon Frise. Which is better: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound?
Name | Miniature Schnauzer | Bichon Frise | Basset Hound |
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Origins | Germany | Spain Belgium | France |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 18 | 46 | 39 |
Reviews | 5 | 5 | 4 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | Zwergschnauzer |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise |
Hush Puppy Basset |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Small | Small | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound weight comparison: | Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | 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? | Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound height comparison: | Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 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: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) | Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive? | $600-$1000 | $700-$1000 | $300-$500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound intelligence: | Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. |
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Trainability
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound trainability comparison. | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. | Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. | Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. | Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison: |
Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? | High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound social needs comparison: | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Their prey drive is low. | Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison: | Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. | Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? | Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. | Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | 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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Bichon Frise 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. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Miniature Schnauzer 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. | Bichon Frise 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. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound mouthiness comparison: | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? | The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Bichon Frise 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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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI) | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts | 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? |
Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Bichon Frise 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. |
Life Expectancy
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Schnauzer, Bichon Frise and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound?
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound energy level comparison: | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need. | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. | Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep. | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1/2 to 1.5 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. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound coat comparison: | Wiry | Curly | Dense |
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Colors
What are the original Miniature Schnauzer, Bichon Frise and Basset Hound color? |
Black Silver Pepper Salt | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound grooming comparison: | Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding: | Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. | Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Hypoallergenic
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? | Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low 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? | The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | 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. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets. | Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? |
Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bichon Frise 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 Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bichon Frise 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? | Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. | Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Schnauzer or Bichon Frise or Basset Hound? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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. | 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 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound? | Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Miniature Schnauzer and Bichon Frise and Basset Hound have? | 3-6 puppies | 2-5 puppies | 6-8 puppies |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Bichon Frise vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. | Not recognized by FCI. | 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 |
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 The Bichon Frise 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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