Meet the Basset Hound
Calm Canine

Calm Canine

Apartment Friendly

Apartment Friendly

Loyal Lapdog

Loyal Lapdog

Are you looking for a super cute, chill dog? Then I’m the prrrfect pup fur you! Don’t let my droopy face fool you – I’m the happiest pup around! I’m go-with-the-flow and up for anything, from long daily walks to interactive playtime to simply relaxing with you on the couch. My calm demeanor makes me a good apartment dog, too, and my easy going attitude makes me pawfect for all ages, including kiddos! I’m also a great watchdog when duty calls. Oh, and I’m a pack dog, so I love other four-legged cuties like me – don’t hesitate to add more pets to the mix. Beyond that, I’m known for my little body and floppy ears, both of which you should learn more about. I’m prone to ear infections, so maintaining those puppies is essential. Obesity runs in my blood, so I’ll pack on the pounds without a proper diet. Pawlease keep me fit with daily exercise and good dog food! I also have a tendency to drool when treats are around. Behind my goofy exterior, there’s a lot of personality! Now, if you don’t mind, I’ve got some sniffing to attend to.
My Many Looks

My Many Looks

 My Breed Characteristics

My Breed Characteristics

 Furbulous Fact

Furbulous Fact

 As I Grow Up

As I Grow Up

 History of My Breed

History of My Breed

 Care Tips

Care Tips

 Training Tips

Training Tips
关于我

Personality

Sweet

Easygoing

Calm

Group

Hound

Origin

France

Life Span

12-13 Years

Breed Popularity

#36 of 195

Height Range

15 Inches

Weight Range

40-65 Pounds

Coat Details

Type

Short

Texture

Smooth

Features

Colors

Bicolor: Black & White; Lemon & White; Mahogany & White; Red & White

Hypoallergenic

Cost to Buy

$450-$1,400

Lifetime Care Cost

$20,290

My Many Looks

My Many Looks

Tan, Black, & White

Black & White

Brown & White

Red & White
My Breed Characteristics

My Breed Characteristics

Training Ability：
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Furbulous Fact

Furbulous Fact

Most people know our long ears and droopy skin are distinctive, but did you know humans gave us those features on pawpose to make us better hunters? When we start chasing a rabbit or deer, our long ears drag along the ground, picking up scents left behind by other critters. And while this is happening, our skin folds trap odors floating around in the air, which means we never veer off track. Since we have the best nose of all pups – well, besides the Bloodhound – it looks like the humans’ strategy paid off!
As I Grow Up

As I Grow Up

As you can see, we Basset Hounds age pretty gracefully. Here are a few key milestones in my growth and development to be aware of as I grow up from a pupper to an adult and senior!
Puppy 3-12 Weeks
I can be a little stubborn as a puppy, so pawlease enroll me in training classes early. Luckily, there’s an easy way to motivate me - I love treats!
Adult 1-1.5 Years
Sometimes my big, floppy ears get infected. If I start scratching them or shaking my head a lot, it's time for a trip to the vet.
Senior 8-12 years
Be sure to watch my diet because I gain weight easily. When I'm getting old and less active, my favorite treats can really start to add up.
History of My Breed

History of My Breed

We Basset Hounds trace our origins all the way back to 16th-century France, when we descended from the St. Hubert Hound, a pup that got its name from the Abbey of St. Hubert. Humans wanted the pawfect hunting companion when they went out on foot, so they created us! They gave us short legs (to slow us down) and a powerful sense of smell. Our name comes from the French adjective “bas,” which means “low” – very fitting, considering our size! The first official record of the Basset Hound dates back to a hunting book written by Jacques du Fouilloux in 1585. Many years later, in 1886, Lord Galway brought us over the English Channel for the first time. It wasn’t until 1874 – when Sir Everett Millais started to breed us in England – that we became a truly pupular breed. It’s also rumored that George Washington had a Basset Hound of his own. Even so, most Americans weren’t too familiar with the Basset Hound until 1928, when Time magazine published a story about us. (Interestingly, the human wh
Care Tips

Care Tips

from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate Veterinarian
1

Maintain your Basset’s ears and skin.

Basset Hounds are prone to skin and ear infections due to their build. Keep their skin and ears clean, and check under their ears regularly to catch infections fast!

2

Be careful of your dog’s back.

Basset Hounds have long backs, which makes them predisposed to back injuries. Always be careful with lifting and jumping when it comes to your Basset Hound.

3

Be aware that Basset Hounds are prone to bloat.

Although GDV (bloat) typically affects large dogs, Bassets have deep chests which makes them prone to gastric torsion. Consider gastropexy at the time of spay or neuter.

Training Tips

Training Tips

from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate Veterinarian
1

Train your pup to respond to commands – the first time.

As you teach your pup verbal commands like “come,” “sit,” “stay,” and the like – only give the verbal command once. If you give a command twice, you may accidentally be teaching your pup to ignore you the first time. When a pup who knows how to sit doesn’t sit when you tell them to – they’re testing a boundary. Use your body language to emphasize a point. For example, try raising your hand in a closed fist as you give your command – firmly and gently.

2

If your Basset Hound is a barker, ignore them.

Don’t respond to your Basset Hound when they’re barking, no matter how hard it may be. When your dog starts barking, you need to be emotionally blank about it. Go to a zen place, ignore the bark, and calmly leave the room. Let your dog know that they get nothing when they bark, and will only get what they want when they’re quiet and calm.

3

Coach your pup out of its stubbornness.

These scent hounds were bred to be independent hunters, so their stubbornness can sometimes be a challenge when training them. If your pup is being obstinate and repeating unwanted behaviors, turn around, ignore them for a few seconds, and take a deep breath. The trick is not letting them seize control of the narrative by doing something else to get your attention, whether it's barking or gnawing on the couch. Remember to reward the good behaviors with treats and love, ignore the bad behaviors, and always stay positive to bring out the best in your pup.

My Many Looks

My Many Looks

 My Breed Characteristics

My Breed Characteristics

 Furbulous Fact

Furbulous Fact

 As I Grow Up

As I Grow Up

 History of My Breed

History of My Breed

 Care Tips

Care Tips

 Training Tips

Training Tips
关于我

  • Personality

    Sweet

    Easygoing

    Calm

  • Group

    Hound

  • Origin

    France

  • Life Span

    12-13 Years

  • Breed Popularity

    #36 of 195

  • Height Range

    15 Inches

  • Weight Range

    40-65 Pounds

  • 动物皮毛

    Type

    Short

    Texture

    Smooth

    Features

    Colors

    Bicolor: Black & White; Lemon & White; Mahogany & White; Red & White

  • Hypoallergenic

  • Cost to Buy

    $450-$1,400

  • Lifetime Care Cost

    $20,290