American Foxhound vs Basset Hound

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

American Foxhound
Category
Basset Hound

📏 Physical Stats

65 - 75
Weight (lbs)
50 - 65
21 - 28
Height (inches)
14
8 - 15 years
Life Expectancy
12 - 15 years
Hound
Breed Group
Hound
United States
Origin
France
Fox hunting, scent hound
Bred For
Hunting by scent

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

4/5
Energy Level
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
Better

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$2,668
American Foxhound
vs
Annual Cost
$2,563
Basset Hound
American Foxhound
Expense
Basset Hound
$2,668
Annual Cost
$2,563
Lower ✓
$3,388
First Year
$3,283
Lower ✓
$31,402
Lower ✓
Lifetime Total
$35,321
$780
Food (annual)
$780
$735
Vet Care (annual)
$630
Lower ✓
$264
Grooming (annual)
$264
$864
Insurance (annual)
$864
$72
Insurance (monthly)
$72

Over their lifetimes, a American Foxhound (~12 yrs) costs approximately $3,919 less than a Basset Hound (~14 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

American Foxhound

Kind, Sweet-Tempered, Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Gentle, Brave, Curious

Basset Hound

Tenacious, Friendly, Affectionate, Devoted, Sweet-Tempered, Gentle, Playful, Loyal, Curious, Quiet, Brave