Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle

Courageous
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Companionable
Vigilant

Dalmatian Huskys shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Basset Bordeauxs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

France

Siberian Husky, Dalmatian

Dogue de Bordeaux and Basset Hound

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Fawn
Black
White

A Dalmatian Husky can have a litter of 6-9 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.

A Basset Bordeaux 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.

Dalmatian Huskys are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Basset Bordeauxs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Cataracts
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Ectropion

None

None

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

Dalmatian Husky has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Dalmatian Huskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Basset Bordeauxs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Dalmatian Huskys are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Basset Bordeauxs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Basset Bordeaux dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmatian Husky, it's at least 12 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 Basset Bordeaux, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmatian Huskys usually need at least 90 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 Basset Bordeauxs usually need at least 20 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Dalmatian Husky 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, Basset Bordeaux should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Dalmatian Husky is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Basset Bordeaux is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmatian Husky 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.

The average per month expenses of a Basset Bordeaux is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Dalmatian Huskys can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Basset Bordeaux is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Dalmatian Huskys are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Basset Bordeauxs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Dalmatian Huskys are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Basset Bordeauxs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Basset Bordeauxs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Dalmatian Huskys may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Basset Bordeauxs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.