Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever

Compare the Basset Hound to the Labrador Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Basset Hounds and Labrador Retrievers.

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
France
Canada
Origin Year
1585 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
Low
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
10 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
None
Guarding
None
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Allergies
Cherry eye
Glaucoma
Panosteitis
Thrombopathia
Ectropion
Obesity
Intervertebral disc disease
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Basset Hound
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Back, Tan, and White
Black and Brown
Black and White
Black, Brown, and White
Black, Red, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Blue and White
Brown and White
Brown, Black, and White
Lemon and White
Mahogany and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Black
Chocolate
Yellow
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