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

Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful
Clever

Basset Hound and Blue Heeler

Miniature Pinscher, Bichon Frise

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Red

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
White

Straight

Curly

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 Min Pin Frise can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Min Pin Frises 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 Min Pin Frise breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Hemophilia
Mitral Valve Disease

None

Color Dilution Alopecia
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Radiographs
Blood And Urine Analysis

Basset Heeler has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Min Pin Frise has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Cuddling, Walking, Traveling, Running outside, Loves the snow

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.

Min Pin Frises are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Min Pin Frise 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 Min Pin Frise, it's at least 3 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 Min Pin Frises usually need at least 45 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.

The Min Pin Frise requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Min Pin Frise feed 0.5 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 Min Pin Frise is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Min Pin Frise is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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.

Min Pin Frises make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Min Pin Frises are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Min Pin Frises are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.