Affectionate
Friendly
Sweet
Tempered
Devoted
Gentle
Tenacious

Courageous
Outright
Tempered
Playful
Energetic
Loving
Stubborn

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

Miniature Bull Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

France

England

basset d’artois, basset normand

terrier, bullmastiff

1500s

1800s

Hound (AKC:1935)
Scenthound (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1991 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Black
White
Red
Brown

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

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

Miniature Bull Terriers have short 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 Miniature Bull Terrier can have a litter of 11-14 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.

Basset Hounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Miniature Bull Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Gastric Torsion
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Deafness (Whites)
Kidney Problems

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Glaucoma

Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Corneal Opacities
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Eye
Blood
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hearing (Whites)
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Miniature Bull Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Basset Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Miniature Bull Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Miniature Bull Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Miniature Bull Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Miniature Bull Terrier 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.

Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

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

Hiking, Fishing, Camping, Watching tv, Tug-of-war, Run, Dog Parks, Running

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 Miniature Bull Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Miniature Bull Terriers usually need at least 60 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.

The Miniature Bull Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 25-33 pound (11 - 15 kg) Miniature Bull Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Basset Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Miniature Bull Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Basset Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Bull Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Miniature Bull Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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.

Miniature Bull Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Basset Hounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Miniature Bull Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Miniature Bull Terriers are not cat friendly.

Basset Hounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Miniature Bull Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Basset Hounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Miniature Bull Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Miniature Bull Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Miniature Bull Terriers may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.