The Ba-Shar is a combination of a Basset Hound and a Shar-Pei and was first bred in the United States. The breed varies in color and can include chocolate, cream, fawn, white, black, browns and golden while the coat is usually short, dense, harsh, and water-repellent. They are affectionate and intelligent dogs and are very loyal to their owners. They are fairly easy to maintain with their shortish fur but should be brushed at least twice a week. They make quite good watchdogs and can be a little stubborn at times. They are great family pets and even though they are large dogs could live in an apartment as long as they had regular daily exercise routines.