English Shepherd has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Basset Hound tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Adaptable
Courageous
Friendly
Intelligent
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Independent
Playful

Affectionate
Friendly
Sweet
Tempered
Devoted
Gentle
Tenacious

English Shepherds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Basset Hounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

France

Collie-type

basset d’artois, basset normand

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Animal Research Foundation

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

17th Century

1500s

Working
Herding Dog (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1935)
Scenthound (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Silver
White
Brown
Black
Sable
Pied

Pied
Black
White
Red
Brown

English Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Basset Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Curly

Straight

An English Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Basset Hound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

English Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Basset Hounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

English Shepherds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Basset Hound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Gastric Torsion
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Patellar Luxation
Separation Anxiety
Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Glaucoma

Allergy Tests
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Hearing and Ear Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye
Blood
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

English Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Basset Hounds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

English Shepherd has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Basset Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

English Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Basset Hounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Basset Hounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Basset Hounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

English Shepherd dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Basset Hound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Walking

Playing outside, Cuddling, Car rides, Treats, Nap, Sniffing, Petting, Sniffin, Pattoll, Patrolling, Dog watching, Howling, Getting pets, Sniffing things, Go to Park, Walk, Catch treats, Nose work, Brushing, Eating Snacks, Sniff, Cuddle, Sleep, Walking, Meeting dogs, Meeting people, Kissing, Run, Fetch, High Five

English Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Basset Hounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Shepherd, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basset Hound, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Shepherds usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Basset Hounds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

English Shepherds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Basset Hound is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

English Shepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Basset Hound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

English Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Basset Hounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

English Shepherds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Basset Hounds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

English Shepherds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Basset Hounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

English Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Basset Hounds are highly friendly around strangers.

English Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Basset Hounds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

English Shepherds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Basset Hounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.