Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs King Charles Spaniel

Compare Basset Fauve de Bretagne and King Charles Spaniel 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

King Charles Spaniel

Breed type

Purebred

Height

32 – 38 cm

29 – 30 cm

Weight

15 – 15 kg

3 – 9 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 14 years

10 – 14 years

Child friendly

4/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Great with kids

Medium

King Charles Spaniel

Great with kids

Small

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 King Charles Spaniel

Small, aristocratic toy spaniel with a domed head, short nose and large dark eyes, bred as a devoted lap companion. Calm indoors with moderate exercise needs, it thrives on constant human contact. Long, silky coat needs regular grooming; prone to heart, eye and brachycephalic‑related issues.

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