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Name	Parson Russell Terrier	Basenji	Alaskan Klee Kai
Origins	England	Democratic Republic of the Congo	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Parson Parson Jack Russell Terrier Jack Russell Terrier	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Klee Kai Mini Husky Miniature Alaskan Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is the smallest dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Basenji? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight comparison:	14-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	10-23 pounds (4.3-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	16 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	16.5 pounds (4.6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai height comparison:	12-14 inches (31-36 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	13-17.5 inches (33-42 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13 inches (33.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	13-17.5 inches (37.5 cm)

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a commonly available dog breed.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. 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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Trainability Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai trainability comparison.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Intelligent Obedient Bold Eager	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Active Curious Agile Intelligent Loyal Territorial Quick
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai social needs comparison:	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Parson Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Klee Kai is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai playfulness comparison:	The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	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 Parson Russell Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji 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 Alaskan Klee Kai indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Parson Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai mouthiness comparison:	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai health comparison. Which is the healthier: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	The Parson Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Alaskan Klee Kais tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai health problems comparison:	No data available	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Hypothyroidism Autoimmune Hypothyroidism Factor Vii Deficiency Vaccination Sensitivity
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Parson Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Alaskan Klee Kai should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai lifespan comparison. How long do Parson Russell Terrier, Basenji and Alaskan Klee Kai breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kai: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Klee Kai can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai energy level comparison:	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3/4 to 1 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai coat comparison:	Rough	Fine	Thick
Colors What are the original Parson Russell Terrier, Basenji and Alaskan Klee Kai color?	Black Tan White Brown	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Gray Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alaskan Klee Kai doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or {name3 shedding:	Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Alaskan Klee Kai 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: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Medium ⏺ The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Klee Kai has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Parson Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Klee Kai is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is more friendly?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Yes Parson Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Parson Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Klee Kai is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Parson Russell Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alaskan Klee Kais are usually recommended for elderly people.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is better for autism?	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.	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.	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.
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.	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: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?	Not really Parson Russell Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Klee Kai 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Parson Russell Terrier and Basenji and Alaskan Klee Kai have?	4-8 puppies	4-5 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association

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