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Name	Basset Hound	Whippet	Bracco Italiano
Origins	France	England	Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hush Puppy Basset	Snap Dog English Whippet	Bracco Italian Pointing Dog Italian Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Basset Hound or Whippet or Whippet? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	25–40 kg (55–88 lb)
Height Which is taller, Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano height comparison:	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–67 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (55–62 cm)

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$800-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano trainability comparison.	Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bracco Italiano 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: Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? 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.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Playful Stubborn Affectionate Loyal Trainable Companionable
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: 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano?	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Bracco Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano social needs comparison:	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bracco Italiano 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bracco Italiano dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano 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.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bracco Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	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.	Bracco Italiano 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 Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano?	The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Bracco Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano 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	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Umbilical Hernias Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion Kidney Issues Sensitivity To Anesthesia
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 Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Bracco Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, Whippet and Bracco Italiano 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 Whippet: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Bracco Italiano: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	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.	5 to 6 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 Whippet vs Bracco Italiano weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Bracco Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano coat comparison:	Dense	Fine Short Close in texture	Dense Shiny
Colors What are the original Basset Hound, Whippet and Bracco Italiano color?	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	White Orange Amber Chestnut Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bracco Italiano doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? Basset Hound or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Basset Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Bracco Italiano 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 Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano?	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bracco Italiano 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. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bracco Italiano is an average drooler. See more.

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano 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.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Bracco Italiano dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?	Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bracco Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Bracco Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Hound or Whippet or Bracco Italiano?	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bracco Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano?	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bracco Italiano 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 Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bracco Italiano 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.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bracco Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano 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 Whippet or Bracco Italiano? 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.
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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 Whippet vs Bracco Italiano?	Not really Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bracco Italiano 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.

Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano 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 Whippet and Bracco Italiano have?	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Basset Hound vs Whippet vs Bracco Italiano 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 1888 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing 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 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	Federation Cynologique Internationale United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association

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