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

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Brittany: 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 Brittany? 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 Brittany 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 Brittany.

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

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 Brittany

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Brittany: Overview

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

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Brittany: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Brittany 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 Brittany
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 10 to 13 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 30 to 40 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.5 years
Price Range No Data $800 – $1000
Average Price No Data $980
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • Eye Examination each year from 2-8 years of age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    *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 Brittany. 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 Brittany is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a better pet than the Brittany. 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 Brittany 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 Brittany

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

  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not have the tendency to drool. However, Brittanys have a very high tendency to drool.
  • 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. However, Brittanys have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt well to apartment living. However, Brittanys do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany 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 Brittany require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany are highly intelligent.

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

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

    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, Brittanys weigh 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Brittanys are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 8 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    Health Problems of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Health Problems of Brittany

    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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Brittany 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne is prone to more genetic health problems than the Brittany.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne than for the Brittany.

    3 health tests are recommended for Basset Fauve de Bretagne while 2 tests are recommended for the Brittany.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and in Brittanys.

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Health Problems

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagnes for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Basset Fauve de Bretagnes here.

    Brittany Health Problems

    Brittanys are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Brittany 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 Brittany puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Brittany 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 Brittanys for:

  • Eye Examination each year from 2-8 years of age.
  • Hip Dysplasia

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Brittanys here.

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

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

    Brittanys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

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

    Brittanys have a very high tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Brittany

    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.

    Brittanys have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes shed more than Brittanys?

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

    Brittanys shed moderately.

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

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

    Brittanys bark and howl, but not very much.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Brittany

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

    Brittanys do not like to be left alone.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Brittanys can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Brittanys are fairly easy to train.

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

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

    Brittanys 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.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Brittanys do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

    Brittanys are OK for new dog owners.

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

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

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

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

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

    Brittanys get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

    Brittanys are moderately easy to groom.

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

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

    Brittanys 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 Brittany 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 Brittany:

  • English Setter (77 percent match with Brittany). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs English Setter.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (77 percent match with Brittany). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Flat-Coated Retriever.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Brittany

    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 Brittany vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Brittany vs Cockalier.
  • French Spaniel (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Brittany 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 Brittany compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and of the Brittany to other breeds:

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Whippet     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shichon     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Xoloitzcuintli     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pomeranian     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Westiepoo     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Chi-Poo     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pyredoodle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Finnish Spitz     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bordoodle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Saluki     

    Brittany Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Brittany versus Keeshond     Brittany versus Cesky Terrier     Brittany versus Bordoodle     Brittany versus Labrador Retriever     Brittany versus Portuguese Pointer     Brittany versus Collie     Brittany versus Japanese Spitz     Brittany versus Welsh Terrier     Brittany versus Italian Greyhound     Brittany versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     

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