While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scotchons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Basque Shepherd is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Avoid Scotchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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.

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Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Gray
Cream

Red
Isabella
Fawn

Scotchons are known for their coat length.

Basque Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Wavy

A Scotchon 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.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Scottie Cramp
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

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

Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bladder Stones

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Count
Allergy Testing
DNA for VWD

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Playing tag, Cuddles, Walks

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Scotchons 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.

Basque Shepherds 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.

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

In general most Scotchons 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.

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.

Scotchons 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.

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

Scotchon 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

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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Scotchon 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.

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.

The average cost of a Scotchon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Scotchon 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.

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.

Scotchons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Basque Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Basque Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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