Basset Hound vs Weimaraner

Compare Basset Hound and Weimaraner 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

Weimaraner

Breed type

Purebred

Height

33 – 38 cm

57 – 70 cm

Weight

20 – 34 kg

25 – 40 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 12 years

11 – 14 years

Child friendly

5/5

4/5

Energy level

2/5

4/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

4/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

2/5

3/5

Barking level

4/5

2/5

Aggressiveness

2/5

Characteristics

Basset Hound

Great with kids

Large

Weimaraner

Great with kids

High energy

Quiet

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 Weimaraner

Large, athletic German gundog with a sleek silver-grey coat and amber eyes. Energetic, intelligent and strongly people-oriented “Velcro dog” needing 1.5–2 hours of daily exercise plus training. Versatile in dog sports; without stimulation may become noisy, destructive or escape-prone.

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