Basset Bleu de Gascogne vs Chow Chow

Compare Basset Bleu de Gascogne and Chow Chow 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 Bleu de Gascogne

Chow Chow

Breed type

Purebred

Height

34 – 38 cm

46 – 56 cm

Weight

16 – 18 kg

20 – 32 kg

Life expectancy

10 – 12 years

9 – 15 years

Child friendly

4/5

2/5

Energy level

3/5

2/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

4/5

Grooming needs

3/5

5/5

Shedding

3/5

4/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Basset Bleu de Gascogne

Great with kids

Medium

Chow Chow

Large

Summary

About Basset Bleu de Gascogne

French scent hound with blue‑mottled coat, long low body and deep baying voice. Calm, affectionate and gentle at home; energetic, determined and scent‑driven outdoors. Generally sociable with dogs and families. Needs regular exercise, kind training, ear care and secure fencing.

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About Chow Chow

Ancient Chinese breed with lion-like coat and blue-black tongue. Medium, sturdy, and square-built, it has a dense double coat needing regular grooming. Independent, loyal, and reserved with strangers, it suits calm homes and experienced owners, requiring moderate exercise and careful health management.

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