Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Clever

Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Lhasa Apso, Dachshund

Basque Shepherd

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Fawn
Brown

Black
Red
Blue

Dachsi Apsos have medium-length coats.

Australian Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Dachsi Apso can have a litter of 4-8 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.

An Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 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

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
CEA
Von Willebrand's Disease

None

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Hearing

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

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

Walk, Run, Swim, Fetch, Car rides, Snuggle, Dog Parks, Vacation, Walks

Go to Beach, Walk, Frisbee, Hike, Backpacking, High Five, Speak, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Tug-of-war, Play, Run, Chase, Jogging, Being chased, Tug of war, Running, Walks, Fetch, Sticks, Toys, Fetching, Napping, Kissing, Jumping, Heel, Squirrel gazing, Stare, Greet humans

Dachsi Apsos 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.

Australian 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dachsi Apso, it's at least 9 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 Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dachsi Apsos usually need at least 40 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 Australian Shepherds 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.

Dachsi Apsos 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.

The Australian Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Australian 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Dachsi Apso 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 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Australian Shepherd 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 Dachsi Apso is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dachsi Apso is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 an Australian Shepherd 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.

Dachsi Apsos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Dachsi Apsos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dachsi Apsos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Dachsi Apsos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Dachsi Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Australian Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Dachsi Apsos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Dachsi Apsos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.