Good-natured
Energetic
Active
Easygoing
Gentle
Loyal

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Basseliers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose a Golden Labrador 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.

Basseliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Golden Retriever and Labrador Retriever

Basset Hound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Not recognized by any clubs.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Black
Cream

Black
Brown
White

Golden Labradors have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Basseliers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Golden Labrador can have a litter of 10-15 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.

A Basselier can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Golden Labradors may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Ophthalmic Examination
Gonioscopy

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

Golden Labradors thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Basseliers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Basseliers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Golden Labradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Labrador, it's at least 8 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 Basselier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Labradors usually need at least 120 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 Basseliers usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Golden Labradors require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

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

Basselier 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Golden Labrador 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 20-6010 pound (9 - 2726 kg) Basselier 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 Golden Labrador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Basselier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Labrador 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.

The average per month expenses of a Basselier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Golden Labrador is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

Golden Labradors 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.

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

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

Golden Labradors are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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