Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Saint Bernard

Compare Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Fauve de Bretagne

Saint Bernard

Breed type

Purebred

Height

32 – 38 cm

65 – 90 cm

Weight

15 – 15 kg

60 – 100 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 14 years

8 – 10 years

Child friendly

4/5

5/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

4/5

Shedding

3/5

5/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

2/5

Characteristics

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Great with kids

Medium

Saint Bernard

Great with kids

Giant

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 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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