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Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hush Puppy or Berner or Retired Gentleman's Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hush Puppy
Basset
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Retired Gentleman's Spaniel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) 55-85 pounds (25-39 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg) 70 pounds (32 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) 16-20 inches (41-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm) 18 inches (46 cm)

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $800-$1000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Clumber Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel intelligence:
Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Clumber Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel trainability comparison.
Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Clumber Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Clumber Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? 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.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Clumber Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Dignified
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Calm
Hearted
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel?
High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Clumber Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel social needs comparison:
Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Clumber Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Clumber Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Clumber Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Clumber Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel?
Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Low: The Clumber Spaniel barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Clumber Spaniel indoors.

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel 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.
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Clumber Spaniel 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 Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
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.
Clumber 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.

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Clumber Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
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.

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Clumber Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Clumber Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel?
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.
The Clumber Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel 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
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
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.
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Clumber Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, Bernese Mountain Dog and Clumber Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Clumber Spaniel: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Clumber Spaniel can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel energy level comparison:
Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Clumber Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Clumber Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Clumber Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Clumber Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel coat comparison:
Dense Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Basset Hound, Bernese Mountain Dog and Clumber Spaniel color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Tricolor
Black
White
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Clumber Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Basset Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Clumber Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel?

High 🔼

The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Clumber Spaniel has an average 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.
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The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Clumber Spaniel is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel 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.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Clumber Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Clumber Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Clumber Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Clumber Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel?
Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Clumber Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel?
Yes
Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Clumber Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Clumber Spaniel 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.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Clumber Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Basset Hound or Bernese Mountain Dog or Clumber Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel?

Not really

Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Clumber Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Basset Hound and Bernese Mountain Dog and Clumber Spaniel have?
6-8 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8 2-8 puppies

Basset Hound vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Clumber Spaniel 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 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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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