Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Basenji Versus Biewer Terrier: Introduction
- Basenji versus Biewer Terrier: Overview
- Basenji versus Biewer Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier
- Size Comparison of Basenji versus Biewer Terrier
- Lifespan of Basenji versus Biewer Terrier
- Price of Basenji versus Price of Biewer Terrier
- Health Problems of Basenji versus Health Problems of Biewer Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Basenji versus Biewer Terrier
- Do Basenjis shed more than Biewer Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier?
- Does the Basenji Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Biewer Terrier?
- Do Basenjis Bark and Howl? What about Biewer Terriers?
- Can Basenjis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Basenji vs. Biewer Terrier
- Can Basenjis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier?
- Are Basenjis good family dogs? What about Biewer Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Basenjis and Biewer Terriers?
- Is the Basenji Easier to Train than the Biewer Terrier?
- Conclusion: Basenji versus Biewer Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Basenji Versus Biewer Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier 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 Basenji and the Biewer Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier 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 Basenji and for the Biewer Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier.
Basenji versus Biewer Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Basenji is a small-sized dog while the Biewer Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Basenji 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.
On the other hand, the Biewer Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Basenji versus Biewer Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Basenji to the Biewer Terrier 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier
| Factor | Basenji | Biewer Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Height | 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder | 7 to 11 inches |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 22 to 24 pounds | 4 to 8 pounds |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | $2920 |
| Price Range | $1450 – $1450 | $2000 – $3000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Basenji 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 Biewer Terrier. 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 the Basenji is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Biewer Terrier is 89 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Biewer Terrier is a better pet than the Basenji. So, you should get the Biewer Terrier!
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 Basenji and the Biewer Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier
Below is a list of where the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are most different:
- Basenjis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Biewer Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
- Basenjis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Biewer Terriers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
The Similarities Between the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier
The Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are most similar:
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are good for new dog owners.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier can be left alone for some time without problems.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier can tolerate hot weather.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier get along well with other dogs.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are highly intelligent.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier are very easy to groom.
- Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
Size Comparison of Basenji versus Biewer Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier.
Basenjis weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Basenjis are 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Biewer Terriers weigh 4 to 8 pounds when fully grown. Biewer Terriers are 7 to 11 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Basenji versus Biewer Terrier
The lifespan of Basenjis is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Basenjis is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Biewer Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Biewer Terriers is 13.5 years.
Biewer Terriers live longer than Basenjis.
Price of Basenji versus Price of Biewer Terrier
The average price of the Basenji puppy is $1560. The price of the Basenji typically ranges from $1450 – $1450. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 10 Basenji puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Biewer Terrier puppy is $2920. The price of the Biewer Terrier typically ranges from $2000 – $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 81 Biewer Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Biewer Terrier is more expensive than the Basenji.
The charts below show the price distribution for the Basenji and Biewer Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Basenji puppies or how many Biewer Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Basenjis. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Biewer Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Basenji puppy or the Biewer Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Health Problems of Basenji versus Health Problems of Biewer Terrier
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Basenji and the Biewer Terrier 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 Biewer Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Basenji.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Biewer Terrier than for the Basenji.
6 health tests are recommended for Basenji while 8 tests are recommended for the Biewer Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Basenjis and in Biewer Terriers.
Basenji Health Problems
Basenjis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Basenji 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 Basenji puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Basenji 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 Basenjis for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Basenjis here.
Biewer Terrier Health Problems
Biewer Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Biewer Terrier 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 Biewer Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Biewer Terrier 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 Biewer Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Biewer Terriers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Basenji versus Biewer Terrier
Basenjis can be left alone for some time without problems.
Biewer Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Basenjis shed more than Biewer Terriers?
Basenjis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Biewer Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier
Basenjis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Biewer Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier?
Basenjis are very easy to groom.
Biewer Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Basenji Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Biewer Terrier?
Basenjis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Biewer Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Basenjis Bark and Howl? What about Biewer Terriers?
Basenjis are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Biewer Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Basenjis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Basenjis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Biewer Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Basenji vs. Biewer Terrier
Basenjis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Biewer Terriers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Basenjis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Biewer Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Basenjis can tolerate hot weather.
Biewer Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier?
Basenjis get along very well with other dogs.
Biewer Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Basenjis good family dogs? What about Biewer Terriers?
Basenjis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Biewer Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Basenjis and Biewer Terriers?
Basenjis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Biewer Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Basenji Easier to Train than the Biewer Terrier?
Basenjis are not easy to train.
Biewer Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Basenji Better for Apartment Owners than the Biewer Terrier?
Basenjis adapt very well to apartment living.
Biewer Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Basenji or the Biewer Terrier?
Basenjis are very good for new dog owners.
Biewer Terriers are OK for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Basenji versus Biewer Terrier. 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 Basenji and the Biewer Terrier better suits you and your family.