Basston Hybrid Breed Information and Pictures - Tiny Tracks
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Basston Characteristics
Basston Description & Appearance:
The Basston is a cross between the Basset Hound and Boston Terrier.
Basston Temperament:
The Basston is a gentle natured dog making a great companion dog or addition to your family.
Basston Health:
Basstona are very healthy.
Basston Care & Grooming:
Basstona will shed an average amount. The coat for this mix is short and stays clean. Bathe as necessary, but not often.
Basstona are good indoor dogs and do fine in apartments. They require moderate exercise.
Basston History:
As a hybrid breed, their history is short. Generally, Basston breeders and breeders of other hybrid breeds aim to breed one generation of Basston from purebred Basset Hound and Boston Terrier parents. This is to take advantage of “hybrid vigor” and the Heterosis effect which results in a healthier, more vigorous dog with a reduced chance of genetic disease. Pure breeds and inbreeds often carry genetic disease. Heterosis is the phenomenon where crossing two inbred lines can yeild a progeny with superior genetic constitution. This increased health and vigor does not create a superior breed, but the advantages obtained from it is what produces hybrid vigor. This goal in this scenario is not to create a new breed, but to create a happy and healthy pet. The Basston breed is only recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club.
More Informationon the Basston:
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