Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Barbet Versus Bloodhound: Introduction
- Barbet versus Bloodhound: Overview
- Barbet versus Bloodhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Barbet and the Bloodhound
- The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Bloodhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Barbet versus Bloodhound
- The Popularity of Barbet versus Popularity of Bloodhound
- Health Problems of Barbet versus Health Problems of Bloodhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Bloodhound
- Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Bloodhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Bloodhound?
- Do Barbets shed more than Bloodhounds?
- Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bloodhound?
- Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Bloodhounds?
- Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Bloodhound
- Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bloodhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bloodhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Bloodhounds?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Bloodhound?
- Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Bloodhound?
- Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Bloodhounds?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Barbet
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bloodhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Barbet versus Bloodhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Barbet Versus Bloodhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Barbet and the Bloodhound? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Barbet and the Bloodhound better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Barbet and the Bloodhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Barbet and the Bloodhound is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Barbet and for the Bloodhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Barbet and the Bloodhound.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Barbet or the Bloodhound
Barbet versus Bloodhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Barbet and the Bloodhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Barbet is a medium-sized dog while the Bloodhound is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Barbet belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Bloodhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Barbet versus Bloodhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Barbet to the Bloodhound based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Barbet | Bloodhound |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 13 to 15 years | 11 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 27 inches ttall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 37 to 62 pounds | 80 to 110 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $650 – $1000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $880 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 145 | 49 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Barbet in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Bloodhound. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Barbet is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Bloodhound is 64 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Barbet is a better pet than the Bloodhound. So, you should get the Barbet!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Barbet and the Bloodhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Barbet and the Bloodhound
Below is a list of where the Barbet and the Bloodhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Bloodhound
The Barbet and the Bloodhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Barbet and the Bloodhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Barbet versus Bloodhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Barbet and the Bloodhound.
Barbets weigh 37 to 62 pounds when fully grown. Barbets are 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Bloodhounds weigh 80 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Bloodhounds are 23 to 27 inches ttall at the shoulder when fully grown.
The Popularity of Barbet versus Popularity of Bloodhound
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Barbet and the Bloodhound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Bloodhound is more popular with dog owners than the Barbet. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Bloodhound is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Barbet is 145 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Barbet
Popularity of Bloodhound
| Year | Barbet Popularity Rank | Bloodhound Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 145.0 | 46 |
| 2013 | no data | 48 |
| 2014 | no data | 50 |
| 2015 | no data | 49 |
| 2016 | no data | 52 |
| 2017 | no data | 50 |
| 2018 | no data | 49 |
| 2019 | no data | 51 |
Health Problems of Barbet versus Health Problems of Bloodhound
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Barbet and the Bloodhound are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Bloodhound is prone to more genetic health problems than the Barbet.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Bloodhound than for the Barbet.
5 health tests are recommended for Barbet while 6 tests are recommended for the Bloodhound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Barbets and in Bloodhounds.
Barbet Health Problems
Barbets are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Barbet puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Barbet puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Barbet breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Barbets for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Barbets here.
Bloodhound Health Problems
Bloodhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Bloodhound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Bloodhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Bloodhound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Bloodhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Bloodhounds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Bloodhound
Barbets do not like to be left alone.
Bloodhounds do not like to be left alone.
Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Bloodhound
Barbets do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bloodhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Bloodhound?
Barbets require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Bloodhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Barbet or the Bloodhound?
Barbets are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bloodhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Do Barbets shed more than Bloodhounds?
Barbets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Bloodhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Is the Barbet Better for Apartment Owners than the Bloodhound?
Barbets adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Bloodhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bloodhound?
Barbets have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Bloodhounds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Bloodhounds?
Barbets bark and howl, but not very much.
Bloodhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Bloodhound
Barbets have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Bloodhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bloodhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Barbets can very well tolerate cold weather.
Bloodhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bloodhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Barbets can tolerate hot weather.
Bloodhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Bloodhounds?
Barbets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bloodhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Bloodhound?
Barbets get along very well with other dogs.
Bloodhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Bloodhound?
Barbets are very easy to train.
Bloodhounds are fairly easy to train.
Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Bloodhounds?
Barbets are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bloodhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Barbet
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bloodhound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bloodhound:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bloodhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Barbet that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Barbet:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Barbet and how the Bloodhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Barbet and of the Bloodhound to other breeds:
Barbet Versus Other Dog Breeds
Barbet versus Miniature Pinscher Barbet versus Rottweiler Barbet versus Chihuahua Barbet versus Boxer Barbet versus Siberian Husky Barbet versus Maremma Sheepdog Barbet versus Vizsla Barbet versus Papillon Barbet versus Patterdale Terrier Barbet versus King Shepherd
Bloodhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Bloodhound versus King Shepherd Bloodhound versus Labrador Retriever Bloodhound versus Great Dane Bloodhound versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Bloodhound versus Afador Bloodhound versus Brussels Griffon Bloodhound versus Bulldog Bloodhound versus Chow Chow Bloodhound versus Neapolitan Mastiff Bloodhound versus Chorkie
Conclusion: Barbet versus Bloodhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Barbet and the Bloodhound better suits you and your family.