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Basset Hound vs Beagle

Basset Hound
Basset Hound
Hounds · Medium
VS
Beagle
Beagle
Hounds · Small

📊 Side-by-side stats

40-65 lbs
Weight
20-30 lbs
11-15 in
Height
13-15 in
12-13 yrs
Lifespan
10-15 yrs
$500-$1,800
Purchase Price
$400-$1,200
$1,000-$1,800
Annual Cost
$800-$1,500

⭐ Ratings compared

⚡ Energy Level
2 : 4
🧹 Shedding
3 : 3
✂️ Grooming Needs
1 : 1
👶 Kid Friendly
5 : 5
🏢 Apartment Friendly
3 : 3
🛡️ Guard Dog
2 : 2
🎓 Trainability
2 : 3

✅ Choose the Basset Hound if...

  • 🐾you want the calmer of the two - it needs noticeably less daily exercise than the Beagle
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✅ Choose the Beagle if...

  • 🐾yearly costs matter - it's the cheaper of the two to keep
  • 🐾you want the easier dog to train - it picks up commands faster than the Basset Hound
Full Beagle profile →
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