Unfortunately, the Lha-Basset is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Poovaneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Sturdy
Amiable
Instinctual
Charming

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

Poovaneses 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.

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

United States

United States

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

Poodle, Havanese

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®

2000s

2000's

Black

Black
Brown

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Pied
Fawn
White
Cream
Brown
Gray
Black

Straight

Curly

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 Poovanese can have a litter of 1-9 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-Basset has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

Poovanese 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

Playdate, Run, Camping, Play keep away, Walk, Nap

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.

Poovaneses 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 Poovanese, it's at least 9 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 Poovaneses usually need at least 120 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
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 15-45 pound (7 - 20 kg) Poovanese feed 2 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 Poovanese 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 Poovanese is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Poovaneses 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.

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.

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

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

Poovaneses are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Poovanese is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.