Barbet
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Basset Artésien Normand
Barbet vs Basset Artésien Normand
Compare Barbet and Basset Artésien Normand side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Barbet
Basset Artésien Normand
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 65 cm
30 – 36 cm
Weight
14 – 28 kg
15 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Barbet
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Medium
Basset Artésien Normand
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Barbet
The Barbet is an ancient French water dog, medium-sized and sturdy, with a dense woolly low-shedding coat. Cheerful and people-focused, it thrives on family life, regular grooming, and active exercise, excelling in water work and dog sports, but remains a relatively rare breed.
About Basset Artésien Normand
Medium French scent hound with short legs, long sturdy body and gentle, noble expression. Affectionate, calm at home and sociable with dogs, but driven by scent outdoors. Needs moderate exercise, positive training, secure fencing and regular care for ears, weight, back and joints.
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