Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare Basset Fauve de Bretagne and Bavarian Mountain Hound 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 Fauve de Bretagne

Bavarian Mountain Hound

Breed type

Purebred

Height

32 – 38 cm

44 – 52 cm

Weight

15 – 15 kg

21 – 25 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 14 years

9 – 13 years

Child friendly

4/5

5/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

4/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

2/5

Characteristics

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Great with kids

Medium

Bavarian Mountain Hound

Great with kids

Easy to train

Medium

Summary

About Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Cheerful, energetic French scent hound with a low, sturdy build and rough golden‑red coat. Friendly and affectionate, good with children and dogs but strong prey drive. Intelligent yet independent; needs patient training, ample exercise, and regular but simple grooming.

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About Bavarian Mountain Hound

The Bavarian Mountain Hound is a medium, athletic scent hound bred in Bavaria for tracking wounded game. Calm and reserved with strangers but affectionate with family, it has a short red‑to‑fawn coat and excels in scent work. Best for active homes that enjoy regular outdoor and mental activity.

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