Basset Shepherd
The Basset Shepherd is a designer dog, developed by crossing two of the most alert, intelligent and sturdy breeds… the Basset Hound and German Shepherd. Deriving the physical traits from both the parents, it inherits the Basset’s longish body and short legs, and takes after the German Shepherd in terms of its long, square muzzle, lively, expressive intelligent, brown eyes as well a black and tan hue.
Basset Shepherd Pictures
- Basset Hound and German Shepherd Mix
- Basset Hound Cross German Shepherd
- Basset Hound German Shepherd Mix
- Basset Hound Shepherd Mix
- Basset Shepherd Dog
- Basset Shepherd Mix
- Basset Shepherd
- German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix Puppies
- German Shepherd Basset Hound Mix
- German Shepherd Basset Hound
- German Shepherd Basset Mix
- Images of Basset Shepherd.jpeg
Quick Information
Coat | Mostly double coat like the German shepherd (Dense and thick) |
Color | Black, brindle, tan |
Breed type | Crossbreed |
Group | Designer |
Average lifespan/ life expectancy | Approximately 10 years |
Size (How big do they get) | Medium |
Height | 12 to 20 inches |
Weight | 50 to 70 lbs |
Litter size | 4 to 8 puppies |
Behavioral Characteristics | Intelligent, brave, fearless, even-tempered and loyal |
Good with children | Yes |
Do they bark | Might take after its parents’ trait, generating a long baying bark in times of danger or even when bored. |
Shedding (Does it shed) | Moderate to heavy |
Hypoallergenic | No |
Competitive Registration Qualification/ Information | DRA |
Country | U.S.A |
Video of a Basset Hound Mixed with German Shepherd
Temperament and Personality
Obedient, intelligent, affectionate, and loyal like both its parents, they excel as amazing house pets. In some of them, you could also see the clownish instincts of the Basset Hound, keeping everyone in the house fully entertained.
The Basset Hound German Shepherd mix is famed for its guarding skills and watchdog instincts all because of its alert, brave and courageous nature. This trait, therefore, makes them wary of strangers, compelling them to intimate their masters the moment they see any intruder trespassing into their domain or territory.
They also have a good rapport with kids, though parental supervision is needed with the little ones. It gets along well with other dogs and cats, especially when brought up with them. However, you might even notice the German Shepherd’s predatory instinct in some of them, inclined to chase anything moving.
Care
Exercise
Being a result of two of the most energetic dog breeds, the Basset requires a lot of activities like a long walk and sufficient playtime in a fenced yard on a regular basis to be mentally and physically energized.
Grooming
They too might shed heavily just as their parents and thus need a bi-weekly brushing using a rubber curry brush. Bathe it when it gets dirty and do not forget to trim its nails, brush its teeth, as well as clean its ears and eyes on a routine basis.
Health Problems
Some of the common health problems it suffers from include hip and elbow dysplasia, eye problems (cherry eye and cataract) and cervical vertebral instability.
Training
Though its intelligence is a boon for training, it could at times be difficult to handle and show the stubbornness and strong-willed nature of its parents.
- Giving the German Shepherd Basset Hound mix socialization training would help it distinguish between the good and the bad since an early age and also develop a good rapport with friendly people and all dogs.
- Obedience training and teaching of commands would help it to remain disciplined and well-behaved since its puppy days.
Feeding
Good quality dry dog food is essential to keep it in good health. If you are adding homemade food to its diet, make sure you consult the vet regarding the same.
We adopted a basset shepherd about 9 years ago. They estimated him at about 6 years old. That would put him at about 15 years old now, but he still acts like a puppy all the time. He is amazing with my kids. He never bites, but if they get to rough he will bark at them and we remind them that he did not like what they were doing and not to do it again. I do believe he is very sensitive around his hind legs, and seems to be going blind very slowly. This really is an amazing breed. I wish we would have had him since he was a puppy.
I have one his name is loki he goes to work with me every day he was a rescue dog he is the most loving loyal dog I ever had I would reccomend this breed to anyone he is so well behaved and quite the snuggler all he wants is to please and be loved I get so many complements on him.most people say what kind of dog is that,I say, he is an ego dog they say ego dog, I say ya I have women telling me all the time that’s the biggest weiner I have ever seen.
I was blessed with one of these wonderful dogs. He was the best friend I’d ever had. He never chewed anything, never went potty in the house and never left my side. Truly the most loving yet protective friend. You won’t regret getting one. I’ll never forget my Bettis Boy RIP baby.
Hi Toni! I believe that I have this mixed breed dog. She was found in Alabama with her sibs. in the middle of nowhere. She was 9.5 mos. old when I picked her out at the Humane Society.
She’s my amazing friend. She gets so many compliments about how beautiful she is. She’s very smart, friendly with people but she appears to favor older females. She warms up to men but she’s cautious for a while. She was house trained when I got her. She chewed furniture when I first got her, but I suspect she was anxious. She’s my love bug!
I’m sorry that your wonderful “Bettis Boy” is no longer with you.