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

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sociable
Aggressive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Pomstons 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.

Pomstons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Basset Hound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Pomeranian and Boston Terrier

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

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White

Black
Brown
Fawn
White

Basseliers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pomstons have medium-length coats.

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 Pomston can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

Knee
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

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

Basselier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Pomstons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Pomstons 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.

Pomston dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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 Pomston, it's at least 8 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 Pomstons usually need at least 25 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 Basselier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Pomston has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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.

The average per month expenses of a Pomston 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.

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

Pomston is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Pomstons 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.

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

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

Pomstons 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.

Pomstons 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.

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

Basseliers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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