American Pit Bull Terrier, Alaskan Malamute

Unknown

Late 1800s

Ancient Times

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Blue
Fawn
Red
White
Brown
Silver
Brindle
Sable

Red
Isabella
Fawn

Alaskan Pit Bulls have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Basque Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

An Alaskan Pit Bull can have a litter of 4-10 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

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

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Problems
Diabetes

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam

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

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There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Alaskan Pit Bull, it's at least 12 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 Alaskan Pit Bulls 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 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.

The Alaskan Pit Bull has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Alaskan Pit Bull 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
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Alaskan Pit Bull 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.

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 an Alaskan Pit Bull is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan Pit Bull 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 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.