Breed Comparison: Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Carolina Dog

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Carolina Dog: 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 Carolina Dog? 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 Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog.

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

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 Carolina Dog

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Carolina Dog: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog are Hound Dogs. This means both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog 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.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Carolina Dog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 4/5
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. 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 12 to 15 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 33 to 55 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 2/5
General Health 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $500 – $500
Average Price No Data $500
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 Carolina Dog. 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 Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125.

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

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

  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments. However, Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Carolina Dogs 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, Carolina Dogs do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family. However, Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

    • The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog

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

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog are highly intelligent.

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

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

    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, Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.

    Which one drools more, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Carolina Dog

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

    Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Carolina Dog

    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.

    Carolina Dogs 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 Carolina Dogs?

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

    Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Bark and Howl? What about Carolina Dogs?

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

    Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Carolina Dog

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

    Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Easier to Train than the Carolina Dog?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.

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

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

    Carolina Dogs 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 Carolina Dog?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

    Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    How Kid-friendly are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and Carolina Dogs?

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

    Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

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

    Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

    Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes good family dogs? What about Carolina Dogs?

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

    Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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

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

  • Treeing Tennessee Brindle (75 percent match with Carolina Dog). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Saint Bernard     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Dutch Shepherd     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Scottish Deerhound     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Sealyham Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Mal Shi     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Redbone Coonhound     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Dalmatian          

    Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Carolina Dog versus Silky Terrier     Carolina Dog versus Basenji     Carolina Dog versus German Pinscher     Carolina Dog versus Akita     Carolina Dog versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Carolina Dog versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Carolina Dog versus Shiranian     Carolina Dog versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Carolina Dog versus Cane Corso     Carolina Dog versus Scottish Deerhound     

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