Basset Bleu de Gascogne vs West Siberian Laika

Compare Basset Bleu de Gascogne and West Siberian Laika 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

West Siberian Laika

Breed type

Purebred

Height

34 – 38 cm

51 – 62 cm

Weight

16 – 18 kg

18 – 25 kg

Life expectancy

10 – 12 years

10 – 15 years

Child friendly

4/5

Energy level

3/5

4/5

Intelligence

3/5

4/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Basset Bleu de Gascogne

Great with kids

Medium

West Siberian Laika

Great with kids

High energy

Super smart

Medium

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 West Siberian Laika

The West Siberian Laika is an ancient, medium-sized northern hunting spitz with a thick double coat and curled tail, built for stamina in harsh climates. Independent and prey-driven yet loyal with family, it needs intensive exercise, mental work, and experienced, active owners.

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