Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Tenacious

Bold
Independent
Proud
Confident
Intelligent
Steady

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

Anatolian Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose an Anatolian Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Turkey

Bulldog and Basset Hound

mastiff-type

Unknown

1800 BC

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
White
Fawn

White
Brindle
Fawn

Bully Bassets have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Anatolian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

A Bully 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.

An Anatolian Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Bully Bassets are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Anatolian Shepherds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Patellar Luxation
Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Tongue Tie

Ear Infections

Entropion
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Dental Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Allergy Testing

Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

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

Anatolian Shepherds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Anatolian Shepherd has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

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

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

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

Hide and Seek, Chase, Tug of war, Fetch

Walk, Herding, Play, Run, Wrestle, Jogging, Fetching, Running, Playing Ball, Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bully Basset, it's at least 7 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 Anatolian Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bully 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 Anatolian Shepherds usually need at least 60 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 Bully Basset requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Anatolian Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Anatolian 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

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

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

The Anatolian Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are not dog-friendly.

Bully Bassets are highly friendly around strangers.

Anatolian Shepherds are not very stranger friendly.

Bully Bassets are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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