Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Dignified
Loyal
Sweet
Tempered
Intelligent
Generous
Patient
Thoughtful

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

Irish Wolfhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Lha-Bassets as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

United States

Ireland

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

Great Dane, Deerhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

2000s

390 AD

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Lha-Bassets have medium-length coats.

Irish Wolfhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Lha-Basset 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.

An Irish Wolfhound can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

Irish Wolfhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Irish Wolfhound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Seborrhea
Platelet Dysfunction

Gastric Torsion

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Osteosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood and Urine Tests
Thyroid Testing

Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

Walk, Catch treats, Tug-of-war

Walk, Tug-of-war, Run, Play, Fetch, Cuddle

Lha-Bassets are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lha-Basset dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Irish Wolfhounds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lha-Basset, it's at least 5 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 Irish Wolfhound, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lha-Bassets 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.

In general most Irish Wolfhounds 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.

Lha-Bassets require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Irish Wolfhound requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-50 pound (11 - 23 kg) Lha-Basset feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 100-120 pound (45 - 54 kg) Irish Wolfhound feed 4.5 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 Lha-Basset is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Wolfhound is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lha-Basset is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 an Irish Wolfhound is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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.

Lha-Basset is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Irish Wolfhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Irish Wolfhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Irish Wolfhounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Lha-Bassets are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Irish Wolfhounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Lha-Bassets are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Irish Wolfhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.