Basset Hound vs Shar-pei

Compare the Basset Hound to the Shar-pei. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Basset Hounds and Shar-peis.

Basset Hound vs Shar-Pei
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
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General Details
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
18-20 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Below Average
History
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Origin Country
France
China
Origin Year
1585 AD
-200 BC
Temperament
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
45-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Energy Level
Low
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
10 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
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
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Demodectic mange
Glaucoma
Fever
Seborrheic dermatitis
Pyoderma
Cutaneous mucinosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Basset Hound
Shar-Pei
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
Apricot Dilute
Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Cream Dilute
Fawn
Lilac Dilute
Red
White
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