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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Decker Giant or Hush Puppy? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Fox Terrier Rat Terrier Basset Hound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Decker Giant
Rat
Rattie
Ratting Terrier
American Rat Terrier
Hush Puppy
Basset
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Rat Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 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: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 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: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm) Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $300-$500 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound trainability comparison.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Loving
Alert
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound?
High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound?
Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier 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 Smooth Fox Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Rat Terrier 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.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Rat Terrier 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Heart Problems
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 Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Rat Terrier 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
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Fox Terrier, Rat Terrier and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound energy level comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. No data available 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound coat comparison:
Smooth
Double
Dense
Shiny
Dense
Colors
What are the original Smooth Fox Terrier, Rat Terrier and Basset Hound color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Brown
Tricolor
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Rat Terrier dogs shed above average.
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Basset Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound?

Medium

The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rat Terrier has an average 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 Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Rat Terrier dogs are 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: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound?
Yes
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rat Terrier 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
Smooth Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rat Terrier 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?
Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Fox Terrier or Rat Terrier or Basset Hound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound?

Not really

Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Smooth Fox Terrier and Rat Terrier and Basset Hound have?
3-6 puppies 5-7 puppies 6-8 puppies

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Rat Terrier vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. 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
Club Espanol De Terriers
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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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