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Compare Whippet and Basset Hound. Which is better: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei?
Name | Whippet | Basset Hound | Miniature Shar Pei |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 61 | 39 | 283 |
Reviews | 2 | 4 | 2 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei breeds. |
Snap Dog English Whippet |
Hush Puppy Basset |
Mini Pei Miniature Chinese Shar-Pei Mini Shar Pei |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei? Compare adult weight ranges. | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) | Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) | 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) | 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei height comparison: | Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) | Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) | 17 inches and under (43 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) | Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) | 17 inches and under (43 cm) |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1200 | $300-$500 | $1500-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? | Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get. | Average: The Miniature Shar Pei is a commonly available dog breed. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Smart: The Miniature Shar Pei dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is easiest to train? | Whippet dogs are easy to train. | Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed is most alert? | Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. | Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed is most protective? | Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei? Compare temperaments. |
Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet |
Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious |
Playful Independent Alert Confident Affectionate Adaptable Calm |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei? | Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Miniature Shar Pei dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei social needs comparison: | Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. | Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. | Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Miniature Shar Pei 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. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. | Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. | Low: The Miniature Shar Pei barks none to minimal. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. | Average: Miniature Shar Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Shar Pei breed. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed is most flexible? | Whippet 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. | Average: Miniature Shar Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Miniature Shar Pei 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. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Shar Pei has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which uses mouth most during play? | Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Shar Pei bite force: Weak. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years |
9-11 years The average lifespan of Miniature Shar Pei: 10 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Shar Pei can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has fewer health issues? | The Whippet 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. | Very healthy dog breed. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Whippet 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. |
Rare The Miniature Shar Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei health problems comparison: |
Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia |
Allergies Entropion Skin Irritation |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which breed is most active? | Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs. | Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Whippet dogs have an average exercise need. | Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? | Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep. | Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. | High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Shar Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which needs most food? | 1 to 2 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. | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. What colors are available? |
Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn |
Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor |
Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Miniature Shar Pei requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which drools least? | The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | 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. | The Miniature Shar Pei drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Miniature Shar Pei has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Fine Short Close in texture | Dense |
Harsh Prickly |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which requires most frequent baths? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Whippet or Basset Hound or {name3 shedding: | Whippet dogs are low shedders. | Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs shed none to minimal. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is best with kids? | Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Which dog is more friendly? | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? | Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Miniature Shar Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei? |
Yes Whippet 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. |
Yes Miniature Shar Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Miniature Shar Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people. | Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Miniature Shar Peis are not recommended for elderly people. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Miniature Shar Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has most military use? | 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. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has most puppies? | 4-8 puppies | 6-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Whippet, Basset Hound, and Miniature Shar Pei. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain 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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