Basset Hound vs Berger Picard

Compare Basset Hound and Berger Picard 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 Hound

Berger Picard

Breed type

Purebred

Height

33 – 38 cm

55 – 65 cm

Weight

20 – 34 kg

28 – 32 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 12 years

11 – 15 years

Child friendly

5/5

3/5

Energy level

2/5

4/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

4/5

Health

4/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

2/5

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

2/5

Characteristics

Basset Hound

Great with kids

Large

Berger Picard

High energy

Easy to train

Large

Summary

About Basset Hound

The Basset Hound is a heavy-boned, low scenthound with an exceptional nose, calm nature, and affectionate, sociable temperament. Independent and sometimes stubborn, it needs gentle, reward-based training, moderate daily exercise, secure fencing, and regular ear and skin care.

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About Berger Picard

Rustic French herding dog with a shaggy, weather‑resistant coat and large erect ears. Medium‑large, athletic and balanced. Intelligent, sensitive, devoted to family, but reserved with strangers. Needs daily exercise, mental work, early socialisation and consistent, gentle training.

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