Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Tenacious

Alert
Dignified
Responsive
Calm
Friendly

Basset Foxhounds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Foxhound and Basset Hound

Husky, North Pole Sled Team Dog

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Black

Fawn
White
Black
Gray

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

Chinooks have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Basset Foxhound can have a litter of 5-7 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 Chinook 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.

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

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

Osteochondrodysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

None

Excessive Shyness
Eye Abnormalities
Hip Dysplasia
Hormonal Skin Problems
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Seizures And Spondylosis

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Complete Blood Test

Hip
Blood Test
Eyes
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basset Foxhound, 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 Chinook, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basset Foxhounds 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 Chinooks 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 Foxhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Chinook requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Chinook 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Basset Foxhound 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 Chinook 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.

Basset Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Basset Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Basset Foxhounds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Chinooks are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Chinooks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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