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Name	Rhodesian Ridgeback	Basenji	French Brittany
Origins	Zimbabwe	Democratic Republic of the Congo	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	41	84	336
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or Basenji? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany weight comparison:	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$1000-$1200	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany trainability comparison.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Brittany dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany?	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany social needs comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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 French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	French Brittany 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany playfulness comparison:	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The French Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany?	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The French Brittany 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 French Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ French Brittany 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany mouthiness comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an 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.	French Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany?	The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	The French Brittany 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: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Ear Infections Epilepsy Eye Problems Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Average The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Rhodesian Ridgeback, Basenji and French Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 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? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Rhodesian Ridgeback, Basenji and French Brittany color?	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper	Black Tan Red White Brindle	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or {name3 shedding:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	French Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany 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, Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany?	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Brittany 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.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany?	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 French Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No French Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany 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: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Basenji or French Brittany? 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: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany?	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 French Brittany 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and Basenji and French Brittany have?	6-8 puppies	4-5 puppies	1-11 puppies
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Basenji vs French Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US	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.	No data available

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