Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Cheerful

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Choose a Pyrador 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.

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

Great Pyrenees, Labrador Retriever

Basset Hound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Isabella
White
Cream
Brown
Black

Black
Brown
White

Pyradors have medium-length coats.

Basseliers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Pyrador can have a litter of 5-10 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 Basselier 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.

Pyradors 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 Basselier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect

Eye Examination
BAER Testing
Blood And Urine Analysis
Chest X-rays
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)
Hip and Elbow X-rays

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

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

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

Pyradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Pyradors are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Basseliers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pyrador, it's at least 15 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 Basselier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pyradors 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.

In general most Basseliers usually need at least 40 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 Pyrador has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Pyrador 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 20-6010 pound (9 - 2726 kg) Basselier 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 Pyrador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Basselier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pyrador 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 Basselier 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.

Pyrador is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Pyradors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

Pyradors are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Basseliers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

The Pyrador is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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