Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Hard working
Resourceful

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Aggressive
Steady
Good-natured
Spirited
Assertive
Opinionated

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

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

United States

United States

Basset Hound and Blue Heeler

Lhasa Apso and Pekingese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Hazel

Black

Black

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

Lhasaneses are known for their coat length.

A Basset Heeler 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.

A Lhasanese 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.

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

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

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

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
PRA
Cherry Eye

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Angiocardiogram
Echocardiogram
Electroretinogram

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

Fetch, Walk, Nap, Cuddling, Walks, Road trip, Chasing Cattle, Horseback Rides, Long walks, Running, Walking, Hiking, Dog Parks, Tug-of-war, Play, Playing, Training, Napping, Swim, Chase, Catch treats, Walks, dog park

Tug-of-war

Basset Heelers 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.

Lhasaneses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasanese 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 Basset Heeler, 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 Lhasanese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basset Heelers 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.

In general most Lhasaneses 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.

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

Lhasaneses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Basset Heeler 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 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Lhasanese 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 Basset Heeler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Basset Heeler 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 Lhasanese 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.

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

Lhasaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Basset Heelers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Lhasaneses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Basset Heelers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Lhasaneses are not known for being a highly playful breed.