Active
Friendly
Intelligent

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

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

Avoid Lha-Bassets as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Pomeranian, Husky

Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound

Pomsky Club of America

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

2009

2000s

Black
Brown

Black

Fawn
Pied
Gray
Black
Brown
Cream
White

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

A Pomsky 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.

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
Allergies
Eye Problems
Dental Problems

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Seborrhea
Platelet Dysfunction

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Collapsed Trachea
Skin Conditions

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Dental and Oral Examinations

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

Pomskys' 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.

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

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

Pomsky dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Swim, Walk, Fetch, Running, Dancing, Hiking, Going for walks, Playing catch, Walking, Playing fetch, Going on drives, Taking pictures, Barking, Run, Fight, Whining, Road trip, Brat, Kisses, Hugs, Playing, Snuggling, Park

Walk, Catch treats, Tug-of-war

Pomskys 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 Pomsky, 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 Lha-Basset, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pomskys 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.

Ideally, Pomsky 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pomsky is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Pomsky 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.

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.

Pomsky is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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.

The Pomsky is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Pomskys 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.

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

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

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

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

Pomskys 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.

Pomskys 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.

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

Lha-Bassets are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.