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

Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Clever

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

Mini English Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Mini English Cockers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

English Cocker Spaniel and Dachshund

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
International Designer Canine Registry®

2000s

Unknown

Black

Black
Brown

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
Cream
Pied
Brown
Red
Fawn

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 Mini English Cocker 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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Epilepsy
Renal Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cataracts
Canine Glaucoma
Otitis Interna and Media

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

Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Complete Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination

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

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

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

Mini English Cocker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Mini English Cockers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

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.

Mini English Cockers 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 Mini English Cocker, 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 Mini English Cockers 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 Mini English Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Mini English Cocker 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 Mini English Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Mini English Cocker is between $36 - $45. This makes an average of $432 - $540 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.

Mini English Cocker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Mini English Cockers 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.

Mini English Cockers 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.

Mini English Cockers 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.

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

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

Mini English Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Lha-Bassets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Mini English Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Mini English Cockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.