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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Tempered
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Scottish-Skye Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

Scotland

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

Scottish Terrier and Skye Terrier

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

Unknown

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Cream
Brindle

Lha-Bassets have medium-length coats.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

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 Scottish-Skye Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Scottish-Skye Terriers 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.

Scottish-Skye Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Seborrhea
Platelet Dysfunction

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cancer
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Scottie Cramp
Ear Health and Infection

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

Urinalysis
Neurological Examination
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood and Urine Tests
Serum Chemistry Tests
Full Physical Eexamination by the Veterinarian to test the range of movement in the joint areas
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

Scottish-Skye Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Scottish-Skye Terriers 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.

Scottish-Skye Terriers 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 Scottish-Skye Terrier, 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 Scottish-Skye Terriers 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 Scottish-Skye Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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 11-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Scottish-Skye Terrier 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 Scottish-Skye Terrier 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 Scottish-Skye Terrier is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $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.

Scottish-Skye Terrier 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.

Scottish-Skye Terriers 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.

Scottish-Skye Terriers 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.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Scottish-Skye Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Scottish-Skye Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Scottish-Skye Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.