Curious
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Inquisitive
Bold
Watchful

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Patterdale Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Hush Bassets are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

German Shepherd, Patterdale Terrier

Basset Hound and American Cocker Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Black
Cream
Brown
Red

Black
White
Red
Brown
Cream
Pied
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Patterdale Shepherds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Hush Bassets have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Patterdale Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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 Hush 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Gastric Torsion
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Bladder Stones

Entropion
Ectropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Corneal Erosion
Glaucoma
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Bleeding Disorder

Blood
Eye examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Blood Test
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skeletal Exam

Patterdale Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Hush Basset has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Patterdale Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Hush Bassets have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Tracking, High Five, Hide & Seek, Speak

Playing Ball, Cuddles, Running, Walking, Snuggling, Loves walks

Patterdale Shepherds 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.

Hush Bassets 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 Patterdale Shepherd, it's at least 10 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 Hush Basset, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Patterdale Shepherds 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.

In general most Hush Bassets usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Patterdale Shepherd 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, Hush Basset should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Patterdale Shepherd feed 3 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 25-65 pound (11 - 29 kg) Hush 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.

The average cost of a Patterdale Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Hush Basset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Patterdale Shepherd 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.

The average per month expenses of a Hush Basset is between $50 - $76. This makes an average of $600 - $912 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.

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

Hush Bassets are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Patterdale Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Hush Bassets are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Patterdale Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Patterdale Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Hush Bassets are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.