Basset Hound

Shar Pei

Basset Hound vs Shar Pei

Compare Basset Hound and Shar Pei 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

Shar Pei

Breed type

Purebred

Height

33 – 38 cm

44 – 51 cm

Weight

20 – 34 kg

20 – 22 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 12 years

9 – 15 years

Child friendly

5/5

3/5

Energy level

2/5

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

4/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

4/5

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

2/5

3/5

Barking level

4/5

3/5

Aggressiveness

2/5

3/5

Characteristics

Basset Hound

Great with kids

Large

Shar Pei

Super smart

Medium

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 Shar Pei

The Shar Pei is an ancient Chinese, medium-sized, sturdy dog known for its wrinkles, harsh short coat and curled tail. Calm, loyal and devoted to family, it is reserved with strangers, needs early socialisation, kind consistent training, moderate exercise and careful health management.

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