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Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Black Mouth Cur or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Hush Puppy? Find the right dog for you

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Name Black Mouth Cur German Shorthaired Pointer Basset Hound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Black Mouth Cur
East Texas Cur
Yellow Black Mouth
Southern Cur
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Hush Puppy
Basset
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Large
Giant
Large
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound weight comparison:
45-95 pounds (20-43 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
70 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound height comparison:
16-25 inches (40-64 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
20.5 inches (52 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $600-$800 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Average: The Black Mouth Cur is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound trainability comparison.
Black Mouth Cur dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Loyal
Kind
Trainable
Fearless
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
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: Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound?
High: Black Mouth Cur dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:
Black Mouth Cur dogs are a social breed.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Black Mouth Cur is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Black Mouth Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison:
The Black Mouth Cur is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound?
Average: The Black Mouth Cur barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Black Mouth Cur breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Black Mouth Cur dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Black Mouth Cur 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.
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.

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Black Mouth Cur bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Black Mouth Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound mouthiness comparison:
Black Mouth Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound?
Black Mouth Curs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Basset Hound 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: Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:
Ear Infections Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Obesity
Glaucoma
Panosteitis
Thrombopathia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Black Mouth Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Black Mouth Cur, German Shorthaired Pointer and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Black Mouth Cur: 15 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound energy level comparison:
Black Mouth Cur dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Black Mouth Cur dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Black Mouth Cur has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound coat comparison:
Smooth Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Black Mouth Cur, German Shorthaired Pointer and Basset Hound color?
Black
Red
Brown
Fawn
Yellow
Brindle
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Black Mouth Cur doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Black Mouth Cur dogs are low shedders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Basset Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
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
Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound 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, Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound?

Medium

The Black Mouth Cur has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Black Mouth Cur is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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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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Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Black Mouth Cur dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound?
Yes
Black Mouth Cur dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Black Mouth Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Black Mouth Curs are commonly okay with elderly people.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound 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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Not really

This breed generally not used 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: Black Mouth Cur or German Shorthaired Pointer or Basset Hound? 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?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound?

Not really

Black Mouth Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Basset Hound 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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Not really

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.

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound 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 Black Mouth Cur and German Shorthaired Pointer and Basset Hound have?
5-10 puppies 7-12 puppies 6-8 puppies

Black Mouth Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
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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