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Name	Weimaraner	English Springer Spaniel	Basset Hound
Origins	Germany	England	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	34	27	39
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	Springer Spaniel	Hush Puppy Basset
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 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: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound height comparison:	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 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: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$700-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound?	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Springer Spaniel 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Weimaraner 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 English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Basset Hound 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?	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison:	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound?	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound 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 Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Springer Spaniel 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: Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	English Springer Spaniel 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound 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 Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound mouthiness comparison:	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an 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.

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound?	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Basset Hound 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: Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	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?	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The English Springer Spaniel 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Weimaraner, English Springer Spaniel and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel 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. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound coat comparison:	Fine	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original Weimaraner, English Springer Spaniel and Basset Hound color?	Gray Blue Silver Copper	Black Tan White Liver	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basset Hound 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: Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound 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, Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel 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 Weimaraner 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 English Springer Spaniel 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.

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound 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 Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound?	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very 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: Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound?	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Springer Spaniel 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 Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Springer Spaniel 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?	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel 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. 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: Weimaraner or English Springer Spaniel or Basset Hound? 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.
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.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound?	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Springer Spaniel 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	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.

Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel 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. 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 Weimaraner and English Springer Spaniel and Basset Hound have?	6-8 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Weimaraner vs English Springer Spaniel vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	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	American Canine Registry 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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