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Name	Pug	Basset Hound	Bulldog
Origins	China	France	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Hush Puppy Basset	British Bulldog English Bulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pug or Basset Hound or Basset Hound? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog weight comparison:	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$300-$500	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pug 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.	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: Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog?	High: Pug 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.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog social needs comparison:	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pug 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.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pug 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.	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog playfulness comparison:	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog?	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pug 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.	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Pug 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.	Bulldog 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.

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog 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 Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Pug dogs have a lower than 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.	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Basset Hound and Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog energy level comparison:	Pug 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.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Pug 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.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	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.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Pug, Basset Hound and Bulldog color?	Black Fawn	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Pug or Basset Hound or {name3 shedding:	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bulldog 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: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog?	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pug 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.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bulldog 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 Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog?	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog?	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog 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: Pug or Basset Hound or Bulldog? 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.	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?	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 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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog?	Not really Pug 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.	Not really Bulldog 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.	Yes 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog 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 Pug and Basset Hound and Bulldog have?	2-4 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Pug vs Basset Hound vs Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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	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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