Basset Hound
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Basset Hound is a much loved dog with a great personality and gentle spirit. The Basset is especially great with kids and has a very laid-back style and is very devoted to his family. |
Breed Group: | Hound |
Weight (lbs): | 40-60 |
Height (in): | 14 |
Colors: | Any recognized hound color. |
Coat: | Hair is short, dense, and smooth. |
Character: | Basset Hounds are very independent, yet can be quite sociable, calm, and playful. |
Temperament: | This breed makes an excellent playmate for children and they get along fine with dogs and other animals. Bassets do not like to be left unattended, however. |
Care: | The Basset Hound requires removal of dead hair during time of shedding and its large ears should be kept clean,its face may need regular cleaning around the mouth and wrinkles. |
Training: | This breed requires patience and persistence in training. |
Activity: | Basset hounds do not need a lot of exercise. They can get by with three short walks a day, with occasional romps in the yard. |
Country of Origin: | France |
Health Issue: | This breed may put on extra weight, when overfed, and this can put too much load on its legs and spine, resulting in possible lameness and paralysis. They are also prone to bloat. |
Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |
Basset Hound Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Bassett Hounds from Brothers Northwest Hounds
Basset Hound
Male(s) and Female(s), 8 Weeks Old
USA SEQUIM, WA, USA
Date listed: 04/16/2024
Tricolor little Basset hound pups come from two AKC registered parents with beautiful conformation, smart and agile. The stud, Bullet is a great tracker and dam, Lucy, is agile...
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/15/2024
Tri color
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/15/2024
Lemon & white
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/15/2024
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AKC BASSET HOUNDS Puppies
Basset Hound
Male(s) and Female(s), 5 Weeks Old
USA ORLAND, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/15/2024
ITS PUPPY SEASON AT CIELITO LINDO FARM! FAMILY OWNED IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA IS RAISING THE CUTEST PUPPIES. WE HAVE BOYS AND GIRLS. BOTH MOM AND DAD ON SITE BOTH AMERICAN KENNEL...
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/11/2024
White & lemon
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/11/2024
Tri color girl
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/11/2024
Tri color girl
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/11/2024
Black & white girl
Basset hound
Basset Hound
Female, 11 Weeks Old
USA OKARCHE, OK, USA
Date listed: 04/11/2024
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JUNE & JASPER - Basset Hound / Black Labrador Retriever Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 03/06/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound / Black Labrador Retriever. June (female) and Jasper (male) are 9 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask...
GOOFY "OLIVER" - ADOPTION PENDING! - Basset Hound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Senior
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 03/06/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound (short coat). 10 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our...
Hunter - Basset Hound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Adult
USA PIPE CREEK, TX, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound (short coat). Please contact JoEllen (sagdinfoaol) for more information about this pet. Please apply online at texasgreatdane/adoption-application/...
Bae - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Senior
USA Petaluma, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Adoption Fee: $350. The loving owner of Bae is needing to surrender her, because out of necessity, her living situation is changing, making it...
Daisy (Recyle) - Basset Hound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA Lindsay, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound (short coat). Adoption Fee: $75. Daisy doesn't know a stranger and loves everybody. Unfortunately when an elderly family member moved into the home she...
Jack (Courtesy Post) - Basset Hound / Beagle Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Senior
USA Holly Springs, NC, USA
Date listed: 02/21/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound / Beagle. Online Adoption Application › Hello My name is Jack! I'm a senior beagle that is looking for a new home. Due to his...
BONNIE & BUDDY - ADOPTION PENDING! - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female,
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 02/21/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Bonnie is a 7 year old, red/white, female and her son Buddy is a 3 year old, tri-color male. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued...
Tuffy - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Senior
USA Brookville, OH, USA
Date listed: 02/21/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Adoption Fee: 200. Please contact Sally (Ohbassetrescueyahoo), 937-321-6356 for more information about this pet. Feb 16 update: Tuffy is currently in...
SARGE - ADOPTION PENDING! - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Adult
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 02/21/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. 6 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval...
Ceylon (NOT YET AVAILABLE) - Basset Hound (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA Benton, LA, USA
Date listed: 02/21/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound (medium coat). Please read the pet description IN IT'S ENTIRETY before applying. Thank you for your cooperation. NOT YET TAKING APPLICATIONS...
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