Parson Russell Terrier vs Alpine Dachsbracke
Compare Parson Russell Terrier and Alpine Dachsbracke: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Parson Russell Terrier
VS
Alpine Dachsbracke
Comparison table
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Characteristic
Parson Russell Terrier
Alpine Dachsbracke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
32 – 36 cm
34 – 42 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
15 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Parson Russell Terrier
High energy
Small
Alpine Dachsbracke
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Parson Russell Terrier
Parson Russell Terriers are medium‑small, long‑legged, athletic fox‑hunting terriers with smooth or broken white coats. Energetic, intelligent, bold, and affectionate, they need plenty of exercise, consistent training, mental stimulation, and clear boundaries in an active home.
About Alpine Dachsbracke
Compact, sturdy Austrian scent hound with a long body, short strong legs and a dense, weather‑resistant red coat. Calm and affectionate at home but driven by a strong hunting instinct, it needs plenty of exercise, nose work and consistent, positive training to thrive.
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