Active
Playful
Hard working
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Bold
Intelligent

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Tenterfield Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

Smooth Coated Ratting Terriers

Basset Hound and American Cocker Spaniel

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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Pied

Black
White
Red
Brown
Cream
Pied
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Tenterfield Terriers have short coats.

Hush Bassets have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Tenterfield Terrier 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 Hush 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.

The Tenterfield Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Hush Basset breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Gastric Torsion
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Ectropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Corneal Erosion
Glaucoma
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Bleeding Disorder

Blood and Urine Tests
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Blood Test
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skeletal Exam

Tenterfield Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Tenterfield Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

The Tenterfield Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Swimm

Playing Ball, Cuddles, Running, Walking, Snuggling, Loves walks

Tenterfield Terriers 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.

Hush Bassets 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 Tenterfield Terrier, it's at least 10 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 Hush Basset, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tenterfield Terriers 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 Hush Bassets usually need at least 45 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 Tenterfield Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

In general Tenterfield Terrier should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Tenterfield Terrier 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 25-65 pound (11 - 29 kg) Hush Basset feed 2.5 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 Tenterfield Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Hush Basset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tenterfield Terrier 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 Hush Basset is between $50 - $76. This makes an average of $600 - $912 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.

Tenterfield Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Tenterfield Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Tenterfield Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

Tenterfield Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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