Active
Friendly
Sweet
Tempered
Cheerful
Outgoing
Tolerant

Courageous
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Companionable
Vigilant

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Dogue de Bordeaux and Basset Hound

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Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Fawn
Black
White

Harriers have short coats.

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

A Harrier 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 Basset Bordeaux can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Harriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Basset Bordeauxs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Harrier is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Basset Bordeauxs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion

Eye Disease

None

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

Harrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Harriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Harriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Basset Bordeauxs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Basset Bordeaux dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Harrier, it's at least 12 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 Basset Bordeaux, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Harriers usually need at least 90 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 Basset Bordeauxs usually need at least 20 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 Harrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Harrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Basset Bordeaux should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Harrier feed 2.5 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 70-145 pound (32 - 66 kg) Basset Bordeaux 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.

The average cost of a Harrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Basset Bordeaux is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Harrier is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 Basset Bordeaux is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Harriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

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

Harriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Harriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Basset Bordeauxs are highly friendly around strangers.

Harriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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

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