Breed Comparison: Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Shichon

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

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

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 Shichon.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shichon: Overview

Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shichon are similar in size. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shichon 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 Shichon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shichon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Shichon 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 Shichon

Factor Basset Fauve de Bretagne Shichon
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 5/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 9 to 12 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 12 to 18 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 9 to 15 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 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 15.0 years
Price Range No Data $1200 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1610
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    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 Shichon. 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 Shichon is 95 out of 125.

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

    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 Shichon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Shichon

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

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

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

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

    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, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shichon

    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 Shichons is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Shichons is 15.0 years.

    Shichons live longer than Basset Fauve de Bretagnes.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shichon

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

    Shichons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes shed more than Shichons?

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

    Shichons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

    Shichons are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Shichons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

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

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

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

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Shichon

    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.

    Shichons 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 Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

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

    Shichons get along very well with other dogs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Shichons are fairly easy to train.

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon

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

  • Biewer Terrier (78 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Cockalier (83 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Spanish Mastiff     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Cavachon     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Papillon     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pomsky     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Chinook     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bolognese     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Miniature Pinscher     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Alaskan Malamute     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shiranian     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Beagle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bearded Collie     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Azawakh     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus American Water Spaniel     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Norwegian Lundehund     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Basenji     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Maltipoo     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bichon Frise     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shichon     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Cairn Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shiloh Shepherd     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Afador     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pointer     

    Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Shichon versus Brittany     Shichon versus King Shepherd     Shichon versus Border Collie     Shichon versus Irish Terrier     Shichon versus Affenhuahua     Shichon versus Chorkie     Shichon versus Karelian Bear Dog     Shichon versus Goldador     Shichon versus Australian Kelpie     Shichon versus Bichon Frise     Shichon versus Bichon Frise     Shichon versus Fila Brasileiro     Shichon versus Silky Terrier     Shichon versus Swedish Vallhund     Shichon versus Papipoo     Shichon versus Plott     Shichon versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Shichon versus Yorkipoo     Shichon versus Hovawart     Shichon versus Spinone Italiano     Shichon versus Airedale Terrier     Shichon versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Shichon versus Maremma Sheepdog     Shichon versus Standard Poodle     Shichon versus Maltipoo     

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