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Basset Artésien Normand
VS
Saint Bernard
Basset Artésien Normand vs Saint Bernard
Compare Basset Artésien Normand and Saint Bernard 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
Basset Artésien Normand
Saint Bernard
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 36 cm
65 – 90 cm
Weight
15 – 20 kg
60 – 100 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
8 – 10 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
5/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Basset Artésien Normand
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Saint Bernard
Great with kids
Giant
Summary
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.
About Saint Bernard
Large, gentle mountain dog developed by Swiss monks for rescue and companionship. Calm and affectionate, especially with children, but very big, drooly, and heavy shedding. Needs moderate exercise, careful joint and health management, and close inclusion in family life.
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