Unfortunately, the Hush Basset is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Coton de Tulears are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

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

Coton de Tulears are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Coton de Tulears are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Basset Hound and American Cocker Spaniel

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Red
Brown
Cream
Pied
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

White
Gray
Red

Hush Bassets have medium-length coats.

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

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.

A Coton de Tulear can have a litter of 14-16 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.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

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

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Coton de Tulears are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

Snuggling, Sniffing, Marking, Exploring, Fetch, Running, Walk, Catch treats, Play, Watching tv, Sleeping

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.

In general most Coton de Tulears 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 Hush Basset requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Coton de Tulears have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Coton de Tulear 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
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton de Tulear feed 0.7 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 Hush Basset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.50 per day.

The average cost of a Coton de Tulear is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Coton de Tulear 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.

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

Coton de Tulear has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Coton de Tulears make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Coton de Tulears are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Coton de Tulears are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Coton de Tulears are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.