Unfortunately, the Bully 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, Shiffons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Tenacious

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

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

Shiffons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bulldog and Basset Hound

Shih Tzu, Brussels Griffon

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
White
Fawn

Black
Brown

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

Shiffons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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.

A Shiffon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Bully Bassets typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Shiffon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections

Allergies
Reverse Sneezing

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Allergy Testing

X-Rays
Blood Analysis
Full Body Examination
Abdominal Ultrasound

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

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

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

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

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 Shiffon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

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

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

Shiffon 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

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-65 pound (23 - 29 kg) Bully Basset feed 3 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 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Shiffon 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.

The average cost of a Bully Basset is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Bully Basset is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Shiffon is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

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

Shiffon 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.

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

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

Shiffons are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

Bully Bassets are highly friendly around strangers.

Shiffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

Shiffons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.