Differences and Similarities between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound.

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Irish Wolfhound: 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 Irish Wolfhound? 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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound.

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

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 Irish Wolfhound

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Irish Wolfhound: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound are Hound Dogs. This means both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 32 to 35 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 6 to 8 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 115 to 180 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
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 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 7.0 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2400
Average Price No Data $1930
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
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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 Irish Wolfhound. 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 Irish Wolfhound is 82 out of 125.

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

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

  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt well to apartment living. However, Irish Wolfhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds However, Irish Wolfhounds have the tendency to develop certain health problems.

    • The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound

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

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Irish Wolfhound are highly intelligent.

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

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

    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, Irish Wolfhounds weigh 115 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Irish Wolfhounds are 32 to 35 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Health Problems of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Health Problems of Irish Wolfhound

    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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound is prone to more genetic health problems than the Basset Fauve de Bretagne.

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

    3 health tests are recommended for Basset Fauve de Bretagne while 5 tests are recommended for the Irish Wolfhound.

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

    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.

    Irish Wolfhound Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Serum Bile Acid Test

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

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which one drools more, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Irish Wolfhound

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

    Irish Wolfhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Irish Wolfhound

    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.

    Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhounds?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds shed moderately.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Bark and Howl? What about Irish Wolfhounds?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Irish Wolfhound

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

    Irish Wolfhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Irish Wolfhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Easier to Train than the Irish Wolfhound?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Irish Wolfhounds are fairly easy to train.

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

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

    Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhound?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Irish Wolfhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

    Irish Wolfhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    How Kid-friendly are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and Irish Wolfhounds?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

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

    Irish Wolfhounds get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

    Irish Wolfhounds are moderately easy to groom.

    Are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes good family dogs? What about Irish Wolfhounds?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound:

  • Bracco Italiano (74 percent match with Irish Wolfhound). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Bracco Italiano.
  • Cavapoo (72 percent match with Irish Wolfhound). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Cavapoo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Wolfhound

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Chinese Crested     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Chihuahua     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Cocker Spaniel     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus English Springer Spaniel     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Norfolk Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus American Hairless Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Ibizan Hound     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lhasapoo     

    Irish Wolfhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Irish Wolfhound versus American Hairless Terrier     Irish Wolfhound versus Black Russian Terrier     Irish Wolfhound versus Chorkie     Irish Wolfhound versus Dutch Shepherd     Irish Wolfhound versus Pomchi     Irish Wolfhound versus Plott     Irish Wolfhound versus Boerboel     Irish Wolfhound versus English Springer Spaniel     Irish Wolfhound versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Irish Wolfhound versus Afghan Hound     

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