Basenji vs Beagle vs Harrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Beagle

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Beagle

11-15 years

Easiest to Train

🀝 Tie

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

Basenji

6/6

100%

Beagle

πŸ‘‘ Winner

5/6

83%

Harrier

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Democrat
England
United K
Popularity
#84
#6
#183
Common Names & Aliases
African Barkless DogAfrican Bush DogAngo AngariCongo TerrierZande DogCongo Dog
English Beagle
Harehound
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Small
Medium
Weight Statistics
Male: 10-12 kg, Female: 9-11 kg
Male: 10-11 kg, Female: 9-10 kg
18-27 kg
Average Weight
Male: 10.9 kg, Female: 10.2 kg
Male: 10.7 kg, Female: 9.8 kg
22.7 kg
Height
Male: 41-43 cm, Female: 38-41 cm
Male: 36-41 cm, Female: 33-38 cm
48-50 cm
Average Height
Male: 42 cm, Female: 39.5 cm
Male: 38.5 cm, Female: 35.5 cm
49 cm
Intelligence Rating
1/5
2/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
1/5
2/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
1/5
1/5
Price Range
$1000-$1200
$500-$800
$300-$400
Availability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateCuriousPlayfulAlertEnergeticIntelligent
FriendlyIndependentLivelySweetGentleIntelligentLoving
ActiveFriendlySweetTemperedCheerfulOutgoingTolerant
Sensitivity Level
3/5
4/5
2/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
5/5
5/5
5/5
Prey Drive
5/5
5/5
4/5
Affection Level
2/5
5/5
3/5
Social Needs
2/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
1/5
5/5
2/5
Playful Nature
3/5
5/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
2/5
2/5
1/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
5/5
3/5
Alone Time Tolerance
High
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
5/5
3/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
11-15 years
10-12 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers warm weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
1/5
Health Problems
Kidney IssuesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Eye Problems
Beagle DwarfismCherry EyeChinese Beagle SyndromeDistichiasisEpilepsyGlaucomaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismIntervertebral Disk DiseasePatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear InfectionsEye ProblemsObesity
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Frequent
Energy Rating
5/5
4/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
2/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
4/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
2/5
5/5
3/5
Food Consumption
3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
WhiteBrindleTanRedBlack
TanRedTricolorWhiteBlack
WhiteTanRedLemonBlack
Grooming Requirements
1/5
1/5
1/5
Shedding Level
1/5
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
2/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Low
High
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Fine
Dense
ThickShiny
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
4-6 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
2/5
3/5
2/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
5/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
2/5
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
2/5
4/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Yes
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Below Average
Average
Below Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Yes
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Yes
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-5 puppies
2-14 puppies, average 7
5-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Continental Kennel ClubUnited Kennel ClubKennel Club of Great BritainCanadian Kennel ClubAustralian National Kennel CouncilNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubCanadian Canine RegistryAmerican Pet Registry, Inc.Dog Registry of America Inc.North American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
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Winner / Best value