Beagle vs Basset Hound

Side-by-side comparison of temperament, health, size, and care needs.

Beagle

Basset Hound

Traits Overview

Beagle

Basset Hound

Energy Level

Beagle

4/5

Basset Hound

2/5

Trainability

Beagle

3/5

Basset Hound

2/5

Good with Kids

Beagle

5/5

Basset Hound

5/5

Good with Pets

Beagle

5/5

Basset Hound

4/5

Grooming Needs

Beagle

2/5

Basset Hound

2/5

Beagle scores highest in energy level (4/5 vs 2/5).
Beagle scores highest in trainability (3/5 vs 2/5).
All breeds share similar kid-friendliness (5/5).
Beagle scores highest in pet-friendliness (5/5 vs 4/5).
All breeds share similar grooming needs (2/5).
Basset Hound tends to live longer (12-13 years) compared to Beagle (10-15 years).
Both breeds are prone to Hip dysplasia.

Attribute	Beagle Merry, friendly scenthound known for its adorable expression and excellent nose. Great family pet.	Basset Hound Low-key charmer with the best nose after the Bloodhound. Patient, loyal, and endearingly stubborn.
Size	small	medium
Weight	20-30 lbs	40-65 lbs
Height	13-15 in	Up to 15 in
Life Span	10-15 years	12-13 years
Origin	England	France
Group	Hound	Hound
Energy Level
Trainability
Good with Kids
Good with Pets
Grooming Needs
Temperament	FriendlyCuriousMerryDetermined	CharmingPatientLow-KeyLoyal
Common Health Issues	Hip dysplasia Epilepsy Hypothyroidism Cherry eye	Ear infections Obesity Hip dysplasia Bloat
Exercise	60+ min daily exercise	30-60 min daily moderate walks
Grooming	Weekly brushing	Weekly brushing, clean ears regularly
Diet	Measured meals to prevent obesity	Controlled portions to prevent obesity