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

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

Affectionate
Friendly
Sweet
Tempered
Devoted
Gentle
Tenacious

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Basset Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Finnish Lapphunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a Finnish Lapphund if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

basset d’artois, basset normand

spitz, wolf

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

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
AKC = American Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

1500s

1900s

Hound (AKC:1935)
Scenthound (UKC)

Herding (AKC:2011)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Black
White
Red
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

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

Finnish Lapphunds have medium-length coats.

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.

A Finnish Lapphund 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.

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

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

Gastric Torsion
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Glaucoma

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Eye
Blood
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

Finnish Lapphunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Finnish Lapphunds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Basset Hound drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Finnish Lapphund minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

Finnish Lapphund dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

While Finnish Lapphund dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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

Hike, Walk

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Finnish Lapphund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Finnish Lapphunds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Basset Hound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Finnish Lapphunds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-65 pound (23 - 29 kg) Basset Hound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-52 pound (15 - 24 kg) Finnish Lapphund feed 2.7 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

Finnish Lapphund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

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

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

Finnish Lapphunds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Basset Hounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Finnish Lapphunds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Finnish Lapphunds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Finnish Lapphunds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.