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

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing
Clever

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

Mauxies shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

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

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

Dachshund and Maltese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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®

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Silver
Sable
Brindle
Isabella
Brown
Cream

Lha-Bassets have medium-length coats.

Mauxies are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Mauxie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Seborrhea
Platelet Dysfunction

Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Cryptorchidism
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Canine Glaucoma

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Deafness
Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome

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

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Optical Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

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

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

Lha-Bassets need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

Walk, Catch treats, Tug-of-war

Run, Walk, Catch treats, Fetch, Playing fetch, Chasing balls

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.

Mauxies 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 Mauxie, it's at least 7 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 Mauxies 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 Mauxie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Lha-Basset should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Mauxie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Mauxie feed 1.5 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 a Mauxie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 a Mauxie is between $42 - $56. This makes an average of $504 - $672 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mauxies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Lha-Bassets are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Lha-Bassets are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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