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.

Minnie Jacks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Spain

United States

Unknown

Miniature Pinscher and Jack Russell Terrier

Ancient Times

2000s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Red
Isabella
Fawn

Blue
Isabella
Red
Brown
Fawn
Black

Wavy

Straight

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 Minnie Jack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Hip X-Rays
Dental Examination
Ear Examination
Echocardiogram Tests
Chest X-rays

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Optical Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination

Basque Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Minnie Jacks' 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.

Minnie Jacks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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Playing Ball, Play keep away, Chasing, Running, Chase, Dog Parks, Toy Destruction, Fetch, Walks, Tug-of-war, Hike, Car rides, Giving treats, Exploring, Walking, Hide & Seek, Run, Jump, Play, Walk

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 Minnie Jack, it's at least 10 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 Minnie Jacks 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.

The Minnie Jack has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Minnie Jack 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
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
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 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Minnie Jack 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 Basque Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Minnie Jack is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 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 Minnie Jack 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.

Basque Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Minnie Jacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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