The Ba-Shar is a crossbred (hybrid) dog created by crossing the Basset Hound and the Shar Pei. "Ba-Shar" is a portmanteau name, following the naming trend of other "designer" dog hybrids. History The Ba-Shar is one of the most common Shar Pei crosses along with the Ori Pei. Appearance and temperament The Ba-Shar has a large head and a low body. It ranges from in weight and from in height. It comes in a range of colours, most often tan, white, chestnut or black depending on the parents. It has short legs, a long curved tail and deep brown eyes. Its coat is fairly short. This hybrid is fairly healthy and has a lifespan of 8 to 10 years, a little less than some other hybrids. The Ba-Shar does not bark much, making it a good pet for heavily populated areas. It can be fairly stubborn if not trained at a young age. Registration The Ba-Shar is not a breed of dog. Crossbreeds cannot be registered with any legitimate breed registry. The American Canine Hybrid Club has recognised the Ba-Shar breed. <!---
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