Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Clever

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

French Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

French Pins are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Basseliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Miniature Pinscher, French Bulldog

Basset Hound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Brown
Red
Black
White

Black
Brown
White

French Pins have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Basseliers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A French Pin can have a litter of 3-5 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 Basselier 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.

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Fecal Examination
Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Endocardiogram
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Dermatopathology

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

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

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

French Pins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Basseliers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

French Pins bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For French Pin, 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 Basselier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most French 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 Basseliers 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.

The French Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

Basselier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

French Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Basseliers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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