Differences and Similarities between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog.

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Shetland Sheepdog: 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 Shetland Sheepdog? 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog.

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

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 Shetland Sheepdog.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shetland Sheepdog: Overview

Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog are similar in size. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog are both small-sized dogs.

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 Shetland Sheepdog belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shetland Sheepdog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog

Factor Basset Fauve de Bretagne Shetland Sheepdog
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 4/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 13 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 12 to 15 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. Starts at 20 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
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 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1590
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination- Recommend evaluation every year until age 5, every 2 years thereafter until age 9.
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    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 Shetland Sheepdog. 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Shetland Sheepdog is 85 out of 125.

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

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

  • Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Shetland Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog

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

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog are highly intelligent.

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

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

    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, Shetland Sheepdogs weigh Starts at 20 pounds when fully grown. Shetland Sheepdogs are 13 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shetland Sheepdog

    The lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagnes is between 12 to 15 years. . The average lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagnes is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Shetland Sheepdogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdogs is 13.5 years.

    Health Problems of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Health Problems of Shetland Sheepdog

    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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog 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 Shetland Sheepdog than for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne.

    3 health tests are recommended for Basset Fauve de Bretagne while 4 tests are recommended for the Shetland Sheepdog.

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

    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.

    Shetland Sheepdog Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination- Recommend evaluation every year until age 5, every 2 years thereafter until age 9.
  • Hip Dysplasia

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shetland Sheepdog

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes shed more than Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Shetland Sheepdog

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

    Shetland Sheepdogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Bark and Howl? What about Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shetland Sheepdogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Shetland Sheepdogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Shetland Sheepdog

    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.

    Shetland Sheepdogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shetland Sheepdogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes good family dogs? What about Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and Shetland Sheepdogs?

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Easier to Train than the Shetland Sheepdog?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Shetland Sheepdogs are very easy to train.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shetland Sheepdogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

    Shetland Sheepdogs are OK for new dog owners.

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

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shetland Sheepdog

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

  • Collie (81 percent match with Shetland Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Collie.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgi (79 percent match with Shetland Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Shetland Sheepdog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Shetland Sheepdog versus French Spaniel     Shetland Sheepdog versus Berger Picard     Shetland Sheepdog versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Shetland Sheepdog versus Whippet     Shetland Sheepdog versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Shetland Sheepdog versus Redbone Coonhound     Shetland Sheepdog versus Papillon     Shetland Sheepdog versus Cairn Terrier     Shetland Sheepdog versus Pomeranian     Shetland Sheepdog versus Xoloitzcuintli     Shetland Sheepdog versus Afador     Shetland Sheepdog versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Shetland Sheepdog versus Whippet     Shetland Sheepdog versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Shetland Sheepdog versus Italian Greyhound     Shetland Sheepdog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Shetland Sheepdog versus Pomchi     Shetland Sheepdog versus Peek A Poo     Shetland Sheepdog versus Norwegian Buhund     Shetland Sheepdog versus Greyhound     Shetland Sheepdog versus Silky Terrier     Shetland Sheepdog versus Miniature Schnauzer     Shetland Sheepdog versus Silky Terrier     Shetland Sheepdog versus Ibizan Hound     Shetland Sheepdog versus Stabyhoun     

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