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

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

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Cheerful

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Obedient
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Corgi Bassets are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Silkzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Basset Hound, Welsh Corgi

Silky Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black
White
Blue
Red

Black
Gray
Silver
Brown
White
Fawn

Straight

Wiry

A Corgi Basset 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.

A Silkzer can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Corgi Bassets are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Silkzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Entropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

None

Cataracts
Atopy

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiography

Corgi Bassets are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Silkzers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Corgi Bassets have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Silkzers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Corgi Basset, it's at least 8 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 Silkzer, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Corgi Bassets 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 Silkzers usually need at least 15 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 Corgi Basset has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Silkzers 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.

Corgi Basset 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, Silkzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 41-65 pound (19 - 29 kg) Corgi Basset 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 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Silkzer 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 Corgi Basset is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Corgi Basset 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 Silkzer 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.

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

Silkzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Silkzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Corgi Bassets make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silkzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Corgi Bassets are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Silkzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

Silkzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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