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Name	St. Bernard	Basset Hound	Vizsla
Origins	Switzerland Italy	France	Hungary
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	48	39	30
Reviews	9	4	8
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Hush Puppy Basset	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla?	Giant	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Basset Hound? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla weight comparison:	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla height comparison:	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$1800	$300-$500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla 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.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla?	St. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	St. See more.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: St. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla?	High: St. See more.	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	St. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Vizsla 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

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla playfulness comparison:	St. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla?	Low: The St. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Vizsla 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 St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla?	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 St.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	St.	Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla?	St.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Vizsla 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.

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla?	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.	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	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 Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The St.	Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard, Basset Hound and Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla?	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 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.

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

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

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 3 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? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat
Colors What are the original St. Bernard, Basset Hound and Vizsla color?	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla grooming comparison:	Average: The St. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? St. Bernard or Basset Hound or {name3 shedding:	St. See more.	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla 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: St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla 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, St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla?	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The St. 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 Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

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

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla 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: St. Bernard or Basset Hound or Vizsla? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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.	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.

St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla 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 St. Bernard and Basset Hound and Vizsla have?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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St. Bernard vs Basset Hound vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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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