Basset Hound vs Leonberger

Compare Basset Hound and Leonberger 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

Leonberger

Breed type

Purebred

Height

33 – 38 cm

65 – 80 cm

Weight

20 – 34 kg

40 – 77 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 12 years

9 – 10 years

Child friendly

5/5

Energy level

2/5

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

4/5

Health

4/5

2/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

2/5

4/5

Barking level

4/5

3/5

Aggressiveness

2/5

Characteristics

Basset Hound

Great with kids

Large

Leonberger

Great with kids

Easy to train

Giant

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 Leonberger

Large, strongly built “gentle giant” with lion‑coloured, water‑resistant double coat and black mask. Typically calm, devoted, and very good with children and other pets when well socialised. Needs regular exercise, kind training, thorough grooming, and careful health management.

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