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Name	Bloodhound	Estrela Mountain Dog	Shar-Pei
Origins	France Belgium	Portugal	China
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound	Cao da Serra da Estrela Portuguese Shepherd	Chinese Fighting Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Which is the smallest dog, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Large	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Estrela Mountain Dog? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei weight comparison:	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)	Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	Unknown	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Very frequent: The Bloodhound 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.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei intelligence:	Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei trainability comparison.	Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered	Stubborn Dignified Protective Alert Loyal Keen Suspicious	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei?	High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei social needs comparison:	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei playfulness comparison:	The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei?	A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shar-Pei 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 Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shar-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei mouthiness comparison:	Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei lifespan comparison. How long do Bloodhound, Estrela Mountain Dog and Shar-Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei?	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 cold weather The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei energy level comparison:	Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei coat comparison:	Rough	Wavy Thick Coarse	Dense
Colors What are the original Bloodhound, Estrela Mountain Dog and Shar-Pei color?	Black Tan Red Liver	Fawn Yellow Wolf Gray	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	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 Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei?	High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bloodhound 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.	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shar-Pei 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.

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Which dog is more friendly?	Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei?	Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei?	Yes Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shar-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Bloodhound or Estrela Mountain Dog or Shar-Pei? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei?	Not really Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bloodhound and Estrela Mountain Dog and Shar-Pei have?	8-10 puppies	7-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Bloodhound vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Shar-Pei Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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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