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Basset Hound
The Basset Hound is a charming and affectionate breed known for its long ears and gentle disposition. Originating from France, Basset Hounds were historically used for hunting small game due to their excellent sense of smell and distinctive slow, methodical tracking style. Their friendly nature makes them a wonderful addition to any family, especially those with young kids, as they are patient and playful companions. You can expect a Basset to form a strong bond with its family members and show a laid-back demeanor that fits well in a bustling home environment.
While Basset Hounds have a moderate energy level, they still enjoy daily exercise, like leisurely walks or gentle playtime in the yard. Their size makes them well-suited for apartment living, provided they get enough daily activity to keep them happy and healthy. These dogs do shed moderately, so regular grooming will help keep your home tidy and your Basset looking its best. A weekly grooming routine will ensure their coat remains clean and manageable, allowing you more time to enjoy their sweet presence in your life.
Trainability can be a bit of a mixed bag with Basset Hounds, as they are known for their independent streak. However, they are also quite intelligent, which allows them to learn commands and tricks with patience and consistency. These lovable hounds are generally good with other dogs and even cats, although introductions should always be handled with care. With their warm, affectionate nature and gentle bark, Basset Hounds bring joy and companionship to families seeking a loyal and easy-going four-legged friend. If you're looking for a Basset Hound in Petland Fairfield, Ohio, you're in for a treat with this delightful breed.
The Basset Hound dog is a breed that has a small stature and a long torso. They are a short-legged dog breed and watching them run never gets old. They add joy in their owners’ lives and are great companions. Discover more about our Basset Hound puppies for sale below!
This dog was originally bred to hunt and retrieve smaller game like rabbits and is still serving the same purpose in some world countries. They are scent hounds and can track a lot of items based on their scent.
They are very cute dogs and are friendly with all they come across. This dog breed is very warm and cuddly around children and they make great house pets too.
History
The Basset Hound is mostly known as the Hush Puppy dog, however, this breed offers way more than just advertisements. This breed originated from the French as Basset is a French word for ‘low’, which suffices considering the petite height of the Basset Hound.
It is believed that the Basset Hound is a descendant of the St Hubert Hound which just so happens to be related to the Bloodhounds of today. It is also believed that the Basset Hound breed is a mutation of the Norman Staghounds, also a St Hubert Hound descendant.
Also, during 1789, much after the French Revolution, horseback hunting was reserved for kings and members of the elite, hence hunting on foot became really popular and alongside it, the demand for Basset Hounds.
Temperament
This dog breed is too calm to ever display any form of aggression. This is one breed that practically gets along with everyone despite their species. From adults to children and other animals too, they’re very laid back and great companions too.
This dog may be small but they’re very helpful and resourceful at home. They are always alert and for this, they can be used as watchdogs, but their stature diminishes their security abilities. The blood of the hound flows through the Basset Hound and just like its relatives, it is reluctant with training.
Also, as scent dogs they can be very trail hungry hence they’re likely to go wandering whilst being led by scent. They are dogs that are mostly on their good behavior and they are good companions for kids.
Environment
This dog breed adapts really well to apartment settings. They are more sensitive to weather conditions than other breeds because of their small stature. Getting your Basset Hound a blanket during the winter and enough air conditioning during the hot summers will definitely make them feel more comfortable.
Just like its ancestors, the Basset Hound is a scent tracker and they’re likely to follow scents and may end up getting lost hence it’s important to keep them on a leash when outdoors. You may also want to get a fence around your yard too.
Exercise
Their pocket-friendly size, tiny legs, and feet make them really slow on the ground hence their exercise needs aren’t in any way demanding. The Basset Hound is fun and as lively as can be but they do not have a high energy level and as such high-intensity exercise activities aren’t for this breed.
They are usually calm but can do with playfulness too. You may need to go to the park 2-3 times a week and try routines like fetch. They love sniffing random objects so they may stop a while before they retrieve the object.
However, if you’re a working parent with little or no time for dog walking or any other dog exercises, this breed may just be the perfect fit.
Grooming
Their smooth but short hair has a way of repelling dirt and water. Their grooming is pretty simple. If cleaning their ears occasionally, wiping the drool they leave, and cleaning their facial wrinkles doesn’t sound like too much work, then you may just groom the Basset Hound yourself.
With respect to baths, this breed hardly needs those except for rare occasions like wandering into something smelly. Also, their coats need to be brushed with a good brush. This breed sheds all year round but regular brushing prevents too much shedding. Regular ear cleaning is also advised because their ears reach the ground when they’re sniffing.
Our Basset Hound puppies for sale come from either USDA licensed commercial breeders or hobby breeders with no more than 5 breeding mothers. USDA licensed commercial breeders account for less than 20% of all breeders in the country.
The unregulated breeders who are selling outside of the USDA regulations and without a license are what we consider to be “Puppy Mills.” We are committed to offering Basset Hound puppies who will grow up to become important members of your family. We only purchase puppies from the very best sources, and we stand behind every puppy we sell.
FAQs
The Basset Hound fully matures at about 11-15 inches.
A healthy Basset Hound lives for 10-12 years.
Anywhere from 50-65 pounds.
Most dogs in this breed come in two or more colors. They could be brown and white, grey, black and white, red and white, or tan, black and white. Although this is a rarity they could come in lemon and white colors
They aren’t particularly hard to train either. They just need a firm owner.
This is a quality that makes them great watchdogs. They bark or howl to alert their owners of impending danger or just for fun.
They could if they’re not brushed regularly.
Basset Hounds are easy to groom and they do not require a lot of attention, they’re good with staying in their own company.
To be fair this breed is mostly in the company of the elderly. However, they are great companies for kids too.
Their cute little stature.
Basset Hounds are great dog choices especially for first-time dog parents as they are fairly submissive and do not require lots of exercise
