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Name	Whippet	Basset Hound	Miniature Shar Pei
Origins	England	France	China
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Snap Dog English Whippet	Hush Puppy Basset	Mini Pei Miniature Chinese Shar-Pei Mini Shar Pei
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Whippet or Basset Hound or Basset Hound? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei weight comparison:	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 Which is cheaper, Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$300-$500	$1500-$2000
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

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Playful Independent Alert Confident Affectionate Adaptable Calm
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. 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: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Shar Pei dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei social needs comparison:	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei playfulness comparison:	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Shar Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Miniature Shar Pei barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei?	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Shar Pei breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone 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 Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei?	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.
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 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.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei mouthiness comparison:	Whippet dogs have a higher than 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.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei?	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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
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
Veterinarian Visits 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Basset Hound and Miniature Shar Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	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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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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. See more.

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei energy level comparison:	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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei?	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Shar Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei coat comparison:	Fine Short Close in texture	Dense	Harsh Prickly
Colors What are the original Whippet, Basset Hound and Miniature Shar Pei color?	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Shar Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
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. See more.	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei 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, Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei?	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.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Whippet 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.	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. See more.

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly 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.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei?	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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 Breeds That Get Along Well With 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 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: Whippet or Basset Hound or Miniature Shar Pei? 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	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: Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Not really Whippet 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.	Not really Miniature Shar Pei 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.

Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei 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 Whippet and Basset Hound and Miniature Shar Pei have?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Whippet vs Basset Hound vs Miniature Shar Pei Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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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