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Basset Hound
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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| Breeds by Trait | Good With Kids |
| 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
Adorable Pomeranian Puppy
$1,295
Come and meet this gorgeous little boy! He is as sweet as can be, loves to play and loves attention! His parents are both Pomeranians and can be registered with ICA. He is very...
Adorable Pomeranian Puppy
$1,295
Come and meet this gorgeous little boy! He is as sweet as can be, loves to play and loves attention! His parents are both Pomeranians and can be registered with ICA. He is very...
Adorable Basset Hound Puppy
$995
Come and meet Wendy! She is an adorable little girl who is super sweet, playful, loving and ready to be your new best friend! She is raised with children and other dogs. Vet...
Adorable Basset Hound Puppy
$995
Come and meet Walker! He is an adorable little boy who is super sweet, playful, loving and ready to be your new best friend! He is raised with children and other dogs. Vet...
Adorable Basset Hound Puppy
$995
Come and meet Wade! He is an adorable little boy who is super sweet, playful, loving and ready to be your new best friend! He is raised with children and other dogs. Vet checked,...
Adorable Basset Hound Puppy
$995
Come and meet William! He is an adorable little boy who is super sweet, playful, loving and ready to be your new best friend! He is raised with children and other dogs. Vet...
Adorable Basset Hound Puppy
$995
Come and meet Walden! He is an adorable little boy who is super sweet, playful, loving and ready to be your new best friend! He is raised with children and other dogs. Vet...
Basset Hound Puppies
$500*
We have six baby basset hound puppies to adopt to a loving home! They were born on November 14th, 2019 and will be vaccinated at 6 weeks (end of December), at which time they...
AKC Basset Hound Puppies
$850
$850 and comes with first shots, dewormed, Vet checked, AKC reunite microchip implanted, with an AKC puppy folder, AKC registration application, and AKC litter certificate! Ready...
AKC Basset Puppies
$850
Pups are $850 each and come with first shots, dewormed, Vet checked, AKC reunite microchip implanted, with an AKC puppy folder, AKC registration application, and AKC litter...
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PAISLEY - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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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...
Caesar - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Caesar is a handsome gentleman looking for a forever home. He's sweet and gets along well with other dogs and cats. He can't wait to meet you!
Fannie - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Introducing the wonderful, tremendous, stupendous Fannie! Fannie is a 10-year-old tricolor female basset. The first 10 years of her life were not easy,...
Bernice - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. I am Bernice! A lady recently found me as a stray, helped me find my way to the CBHR, and now to a fantastic foster home. I suffer from glaucoma and...
Sassy & Rosie - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Please contact Kathie (BURKEPILEgmail) for more information about this pet. Buckeye Basset Hound Rescue ♥ Healing hearts one...
SAM - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. 8 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and...
PENNY - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. I am 5 1/2 years old with Addison's Disease. It is under control with a monthly injection and a daily steroid. AND I am a big love bug. ...
Lucy Lu - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. I am Lucy Lu! My foster mom says I am a calm and sweet loving girl. I learn fast and do well in a pack. I really love food! I do need to lose about...
Gus - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Gus is a laid back senior looking to spend his retirement with a loving furever family. He's a little reserved and takes a while to warm up to people...
Lacie - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Lacie is a sweet girl who loves attention and cuddles. She’s very outgoing and loves to be with her people. Lacie came from a breeder where...
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