Dog
Pronunciation:
bah-shahr
Breed Description:
The Ba-Shar breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Shar Pei with the Basset Hound. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Ba-Shar will have qualities of both parents. They are usually a medium sized dog that has short legs and a elongated body like the Basset Hound. The ears can be short, rose-shaped ears but are more commonly long and pendulous while the tail usually curls over the back, very similar in shape to the Shar Pei parent. The head is usually rectangular with the blunt muzzle of the Shar Pei.
The coat is usually short and close to the body and it usually covers the dog completely. The Ba-Shar can be found in any of the colors of both breeds, including gray, black and a tri-colored black, tan and white.
Temperament:
The Ba-Shar breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. However, they are known for being an intelligent and courageous breed that will usually protect their home and family with their life. They are generally very playful and affectionate and while they are loyal to their family, they can be very stubborn so they are better suited to experienced dog owners. The breed does have a strong prey drive and may have difficulty living with other dogs but with ample socialization, they can accept other dogs, however, they should always be watched around smaller pets. The Ba-shar can make an exceptional family dog.
Height:
The average height of a Ba-Shar is between 11 to 20 inches.
Weight:
The average weight of a Ba-Shar is between 30 to 60 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Ba-Shar breed of dog has no known health problems, however, is important to research both the Shar Pei and the Basset Hound to be aware of any potential health problems your dog could be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Ba-Shar breed of dog is not recommended for apartments. Although they do not have a large well of energy, they can be quite loud so the ideal is a home with a large fenced yard. It is important for this breed to have a secure backyard since they will follow their nose, even if it leads them into traffic. In addition, they do have a strong prey drive so they may not be suitable for homes with pocket pets.
Exercise:
The Ba-Shar breed of dog does not require a lot of exercise and can do very well with only 30 to 45 minutes of exercise each day. It is important to exercise your Ba-Shar daily since they can be prone to obesity.
Life Expectancy:
8 to 10 years
Grooming:
The Ba-Shar breed of dog does not require a lot of maintenance and can be kept tidy with only one brushing each week. In addition, the Ba-Shar only requires a bath every few months and can do with only one or two baths a year. In between baths, the Ba-Shar can be kept clean with a damp cloth. In addition, if the dog has a lot of wrinkles, you should wash and dry the wrinkles two or three times a week to prevent infections.
Origin:
The Ba-Shar breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Ba-Shar, it is important to read up on both the Shar Pei and the Basset Hound. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
