Choose a Basque 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.

Chuskys make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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A Basque Shepherd 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 Chusky 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Entropion
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Dental Examination
Ear Examination
Echocardiogram Tests
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X-Rays
Dental Examination
Blood Tests
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Basque Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Chuskys' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Basque Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

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

The Chusky is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basque Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Chusky, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basque Shepherds usually need at least 90 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 Chuskys 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 Basque Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chuskys require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Chusky 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-79 pound (18 - 36 kg) Basque Shepherd feed 2 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 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) Chusky 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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Basque Shepherd 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 Chusky 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.

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

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