Differences and Similarities between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer.

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Boxer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer? 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and for the Boxer. 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Boxer

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Boxer: Overview

A very important difference between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a small-sized dog while the Boxer is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Boxer belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Boxer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Boxer 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne Boxer
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 10 to 12 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 60 to 70 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1530
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    *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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Boxer. 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Boxer is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a better pet than the Boxer. So, you should get the Basset Fauve de Bretagne!

    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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer

    Below is a list of where the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are most different:

  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Boxers gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Boxers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds However, Boxers have the tendency to develop certain health problems.

    • The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer

    The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are most similar:

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Boxer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer.

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes weigh 25 to 35 pounds. when fully grown. Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are 12 to 15 inches. when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Boxers weigh 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Boxers are 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which one drools more, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Boxer

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Boxer

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Boxers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes shed more than Boxers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Bark and Howl? What about Boxers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Boxer

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can be left alone only for a short time.

    Boxers do not like to be left alone.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Boxers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Easier to Train than the Boxer?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Boxers are very easy to train.

    Does the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boxer?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Boxers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Better for Apartment Owners than the Boxer?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Boxer?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very good for new dog owners.

    Boxers are OK for new dog owners.

    How Kid-friendly are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and Boxers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Boxers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Boxer?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along very well with other dogs.

    Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Boxer?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

    Boxers are very easy to groom.

    Are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes good family dogs? What about Boxers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Boxers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Boxer 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 Boxer:

  • Rottweiler (75 percent match with Boxer). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Rottweiler.
  • Valley Bulldog (80 percent match with Boxer). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Valley Bulldog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Boxer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Boxer vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Boxer vs Cockalier.
  • French Spaniel (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Boxer vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and how the Boxer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and of the Boxer to other breeds:

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Saint Bernard     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Beagle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Aussiedoodle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Cocker Spaniel     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lhasa Apso     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Japanese Chin     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Affenhuahua     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Portuguese Pointer     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Afghan Hound     

    Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Boxer versus American Hairless Terrier     Boxer versus Brussels Griffon     Boxer versus Scottish Terrier     Boxer versus Pointer     Boxer versus Chihuahua     Boxer versus German Pinscher     Boxer versus Tibetan Terrier     Boxer versus Morkie     Boxer versus Labrador Retriever     Boxer versus Puggle     

    Conclusion: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Boxer. 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Boxer better suits you and your family.