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Name	Basset Hound	Boston Terrier	Bulldog
Origins	France	United States	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	39	21	5
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hush Puppy Basset	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull	British Bulldog English Bulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Boston Terrier? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$600-$800	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog intelligence:	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog trainability comparison.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Aggressive	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Terrier 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog?	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog social needs comparison:	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bulldog 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

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog playfulness comparison:	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog?	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Bulldog 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 Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog 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 Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog?	The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Terrier 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: Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, Boston Terrier and Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog energy level comparison:	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 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? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Basset Hound, Boston Terrier and Bulldog color?	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Black White Brindle Seal	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bulldog 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: Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog 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, Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog?	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Good With Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog 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: Basset Hound or Boston Terrier or Bulldog? 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?	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.	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a 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: Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog?	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog 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 Basset Hound and Boston Terrier and Bulldog have?	6-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Basset Hound vs Boston Terrier vs Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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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