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

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

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

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

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

Avoid Chi Apsos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Basset Hound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Lhasa Apso and Chihuahua

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White

Cream
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Wavy

Straight

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.

A Chi Apso 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.

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect

Hypoglycemia
Collapsed Trachea
Kidney Disease

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

X-Rays
Blood Count
Blood Chemistry
Full Body Physical Examination

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

Chi Apsos are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Chi Apsos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Chi Apsos have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Basseliers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Chi Apsos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Basseliers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Chi Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chi Apso 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 Basselier, 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 Chi Apso, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Chi Apsos 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Chi Apso is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

Chi Apso is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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

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

Basseliers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chi Apsos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Chi Apsos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Basseliers are highly friendly around strangers.

Chi Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.