Puppy Dog Breed Basset Hound
The Basset Hound is a short-legged breed of dog of the hound family They are scent hounds bred to hunt rabbits by scent Their sense of smell for tracking is second only to that of the Bloodhound Basset Hound appearance These dogs are around 1-foot in height at the withers They usually weigh between 35 and 70 160 lb 16 and 32 160 kg They have smooth short-haired coats but a rough haired hound is possible Although any hound colour is considered acceptable by breed standards Bassets are generally tricolor black tan and white open red and white red spots on white fur closed red and white a solid red color with white feet and tails Honey And White honey coloured back light brown spotty nose and legs light brown tails with white tip and lemon and white Some Bassets are also classified as gray or blue however this colour is considered rare and undesirable They have long downward ears and powerful necks with much loose skin around their heads that forms…Read More about Basset Hound at WikiPedia
Latest Basset Hound Frequently Asked Questions:
hi, i live in kokomo In and really want a basset hound. im goin to college and i want a new friend to come. if you live in the area and are trying to find a new home for your doggy, please reply. Thank you!
Answer:Kokomo, North America, state Indiana, yes? Kennel Name: HydensHounds : Phone: (260) 578-5282 Second phone: (260) 578-5283 , Club Affiliations and Registries : Phone: 219-954-0009 or email dleman@ffni.com Jason Homan
i thinking about getting a basset hound puppy. i work 40 hours a week and live in a 600 sq ft apartment. any advice
Answer:My advice is to not get a Basset Hound. My friend has two, and they are loads of work. I know they are very cute, but take my advice. First of all, they can be very hard to house train. They are also very rambunctious and noisy, and they actually grow to be quite large. Her older dog is about 70 pounds! They also tend to chew on and eat everything in sight. Example: My friend's older dog swallowed a large rock, and had to have emergency surgery to remove it from his intestines. He would have died otherwise. I think they are great if you have plenty of time to spend with them, but since you work full time and live in a small apartment, I really think it's not a good idea. If you must have a dog, I'd say go with a small breed, maybe a Poodle or Yorkie, but still, all dogs need a lot of attention, and all day is a long time to leave a small puppy alone. Puppies need bathroom breaks very often, and to house train them, you have to be consistent in letting them go outside. Maybe a nice adult dog from a shelter would be better to go with. We got our little Pomeranian from the Humane Society, she was 2 years old, and already house trained and well mannered. Good luck with whatever you decide, these are just my experiences.
Am looking for responses from people who have a Basset Hound as a pet. Would like to know about the disposition of the breed. Any persistent health concerns? Are they chewers? Shed a lot? Any particular diet concerns. Are they laid back or quite active. Have a tendency to roam? Do they shed a lot? Average life span? Just any helpful information about the breed. Would love to have one as a pet but want to be sure it fits lifestyle. Retired, single, large home, small yard, nice parks in the area for walks and exercise.
Answer:>>>Would like to know about the disposition of the breed.<<< As a rule, they get along with pretty much anybody and are pretty easy-going. They do believe they are lap dogs, and they are hedonists at heart. They are affectionate, but just because they love you doesn't mean they are going to listen to you. As puppies they can be pretty wild. >> Any persistent health concerns?<<< You need to keep the ears clean and keep the dog fit. They should not do stairs or jumping while they are growing. Most common problems seem to be allergies, glaucoma, hypothyroid, orthopedic problems (usually a diet and management issue), and back injuries. >>>Are they chewers?<<< Some are, some aren't. As I rule I don't have problems with the adults chewing, but I do have one that I took back that is a paper shredder. >>> Shed a lot?<<< Yes, and twice a year they shed more. >>>Any particular diet concerns. <<< Not really, just a good quality diet. You do need to be careful when they are puppies, you don't want them to grow to fast. Some of the "high test" foods can actually be too much for a basset pup. >>>Are they laid back or quite active.<<< Depends a lot on the individual. They are more active than they look (they are a hunting dog after all). Some are couch potatoes, mine enjoy doing things like agility. I'm used to mine being relatively active into their teens. In general, they're pretty adaptable, if you want to sit on the couch and watch TV he'll be happy to sit on your lap, if you want to go for a hike they'll usually be up for that too. >>> Have a tendency to roam?<<< YES! This is not the sort of breed that will hang around the yard, even if you are out there doing something. They get bored and wander off in search of entertainment. Basset Hounds require a secure fenced yard. >>>Average life span?<<< In my experience, 12-13 is average. Bassets drool. They fling spit and it sticks to your walls. They are great counter surfers. They can reach farther than you think. No food item left out is safe. They hog the pillow. They're bigger than they look. They are very strong and can pull strongly on the leash. Obedience training is highly recommended, but should be positive methods, not harsh ones. You need to be more stubborn than they are. Bassets can be hard to housebreak, consistency and supervision are the keys. Here are some good places to go for information: Basset Hound Club of America http://basset-bhca.org/ Cyberhound (website and bulletin board): http://www.heatherweb.com/cyberhound/boards/index.php?&&&CODE=00 http://basset.net/ Daily Drool (Website, bulletin board and email list) http://dailydrool.com/ You might also check out the nearest basset rescue and find out when they're having their next event, and go to any dog shows in your area, then you can talk in person to people that actually have bassets and know their quirks. Feel free to contact me with any other questions you may have.
Our basset hound is 5 years old, healthy, active, and one awesome dog. I've heard that back injuries are very common with basset hounds. Anybody have any tips on how to prevent him from getting back injuries?
Answer:Breeds with short legs and long spines are vulnerable to back injury by pure mechanics. The only way to actually prevent injury is to disallow running and jumping, which I doubt you'd want to do to a dog who has fun playing and whatnot. Osteo tripleflex supplements can help keep cartilage and joint fluid healthy, which can make the vertebral joints less vulnerable to shock or injury.
My basset hound is one week pregnant. A couple of days ago she became very picky about her belly being touched. She is normally a very dosal, sweet dog. I am wondering if this is normal this early in pregnancy?
Answer:Because she is no longer "available" for breeding she is protecting herself from unwanted advance.
