Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

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

Yorkie Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Miniature Pinscher and Yorkshire Terrier

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
White

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

A Yorkie Pin 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.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Seborrhea
Platelet Dysfunction

Cataracts
Mitral Valve Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Reverse Sneezing

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Eye
Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Yorkie Pins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Lha-Bassets are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Yorkie Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Yorkie Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Lha-Bassets need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Yorkie Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Yorkie Pin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Playing, Walking, Play, Tug-of-war, Nap, Walk, Daily walks, Cuddling, Car rides, Run, Go to Beach, Going on drives, Road trip, Eating Snacks, Cuddles

Walk, Catch treats, Tug-of-war

Yorkie Pins 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorkie Pin, it's at least 6 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 Lha-Basset, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkie Pins 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.

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.

The Yorkie Pin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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.

Ideally, Yorkie Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Lha-Basset 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Yorkie Pin feed 1 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 25-50 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.

The average cost of a Yorkie Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Lha-Basset is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkie Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 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.

Yorkie Pins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Lha-Basset is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Yorkie Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Yorkie Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Lha-Bassets make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Yorkie Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Yorkie Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Yorkie Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Yorkie Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Lha-Bassets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.