Basset Hound
Size
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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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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 |
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Basset Hound Puppies

Basset Hound
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA CLEVELAND, GA, USA
Date listed: 02/14/2025
Paradise Valley Farm located in Cleveland, GA has some adorable Basset Hound Puppies available and looking for a loving home! Photos listed are just some of what is available. For...
Basset Hound Puppies

Basset Hound
Male, 11 Weeks Old
USA CLEVELAND, GA, USA
Date listed: 02/14/2025
Paradise Valley Farm located in Cleveland, GA has some adorable Basset Hound Puppies available and looking for a loving home! Photos listed are just some of what is available. For...
Rosie

Basset Hound
Female, 13 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 02/02/2025
This little girl loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for her forever family. She is up todate on all shots and dewormed. She is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red...
AKC Basset Hound Puppies

Basset Hound
Male(s) and Female(s), 9 Weeks Old
USA COMER, GA, USA
Date listed: 01/27/2025
Just in time for Valentine's Day! These cute and cuddly basset hound puppies will be eight weeks old and ready to rehome on February 8th! These full blooded basset hound pups come...
Farah Registered Basset Hound Pup

Basset Hound
Female, 9 Weeks Old
USA LIBERTY, KY, USA
Date listed: 01/23/2025
Check out this cutie! Her name is Farah, and she is a CKC registered, friendly, Basset Hound pup! Farah is raised here at our home with lots of love and attention from us and our...
Frank Registered Basset Hound Pup

Basset Hound
Male, 9 Weeks Old
USA LIBERTY, KY, USA
Date listed: 01/23/2025
Meet this handsome boy! His name is Frank, and he is a CKC registered, friendly, Basset Hound pup! Frank is raised here at our home with lots of love and attention from us and our...
Felix Registered Basset Hound Pup

Basset Hound
Male, 9 Weeks Old
USA LIBERTY, KY, USA
Date listed: 01/23/2025
Meet this pretty boy! His name is Felix, and he is a CKC registered friendly, Basset Hound pup! Felix is raised here at our home with lots of love and attention from us and our...
Basset Hound Puppies

Basset Hound
Male, 10 Weeks Old
USA JONESBOROUGH, TN, USA
Date listed: 01/22/2025
Basset Hound puppies. Champion Bloodlines. Raised in our home. Very social puppies that want to be with their people. Up to date on shots and worming. Ready for new homes 1/29.
Basset hound puppies from BrothersNWHouds

Basset Hound
Male(s) and Female(s), On the way
USA SEQUIM, WA, USA
Date listed: 01/17/2025
Welcome to our 2025 litter listing, Hi my name is Jacob with brothersnwhounds, my brother and I have been raising basset hounds for 5 years now, and we are exited to bring to you...
AKC Basset Hound
Basset Hound
Male, 7 Weeks Old
USA LANSING, MI, USA
Date listed: 01/06/2025
- AKC registered Basset Hound for sale - Tricolored and up to date on vaccinations - Born 12/22 and will be ready for their new home February 2 - Message me if interested! ...
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2 yoa spayed Female Bassett Hound

Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA COLUMBUS, GA, USA
Date listed: 01/14/2025
Sweet beautiful BB loves her human pack adults and kids. She loves to play fetch, is potty trained uses a doggie door she loves to sit to watch tv shows with you. BB is the true...
Honey and Hank - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA Brookville, OH, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. Please contact Sally (Ohbassetrescueyahoo) for more information about this pet. Meet Hank and honey! We would very much love to place these two...
Hank and Honey - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Male, Adult
USA Brookville, OH, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. Please contact Sally (Ohbassetrescueyahoo) for more information about this pet. Meet Hank and honey! We would very much love to place these two...
EDEN & EASTON - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Female, Young
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. Eden, 3 year old female and Easton, 4 year old male...bonded pair. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all...
PRINCE - ADOPTION PENDING! - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Male, Baby
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. 6 montha old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval...
CLARENCE - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Male, Young
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval process first so we...
Ethel - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Male, Adult
USA Brookville, OH, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. Adoption Fee: 250. Please contact Sally (Ohbassetrescueyahoo) for more information about this pet. Ok here's sweet Ethel back to OBHR and hoping...
MAX - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Male, Young
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. 2 years old. I need other young dogs in my home. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to...
CHICO - Basset Hound (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Male, Adult
USA Vero Beach, FL, USA
Date listed: 02/05/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound (medium coat). Hi, Iâm Chico, a super sweet pup who loves to make friends! I know basic commands like sit and Iâm always ready for a...
EUNICE - ADOPTION PENDING! - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption

Basset Hound
Female, Baby
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 02/05/2025
Dog Breed: Basset Hound. 4 months old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval...
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