Basset Hound
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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 |
Basset Hound Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
AKC 6 Males 1 Female Available
Basset Hound
Male(s) and Female(s), 7 Weeks Old
USA IDABEL, OK, USA
Date listed: 05/28/2024
These pups are seven weeks old. UTD on vaccinations. They were kept inside exclusively until 5 weeks, now they live in a dedicated puppy pen with room to play. I also let them out...
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Basset Hound
Male, 2 Weeks Old
USA PETERSBURG, IN, USA
Date listed: 05/28/2024
Hello! Check out my page Steve's Bassets on Facebook! Please message me there or email to contact me and for more pictures of available puppies. 7 akc basset puppies born, ready...
Daisy
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little girl loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
Penny
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little girl loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
Rosie
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little girl loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
Bonnie
Basset Hound
Female, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little girl loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
Duke
Basset Hound
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little boy loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
Buddy
Basset Hound
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little boy loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
Droopy
Basset Hound
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little boy loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
Roscoe
Basset Hound
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA SALEM, WV, USA
Date listed: 05/27/2024
This little boy loves to play around and give kisses. Looking for his forever family. He is up todate on all shots and dewormed. He is AKC Registerd . Dad is tri and Mom red and...
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2 yoa spayed Female Bassett Hound
Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA COLUMBUS, GA, USA
Date listed: 06/01/2024
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...
SNOOP - ADOPTION PENDING! - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Young
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. 1 1/2 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and...
Wanda - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA Muskegon, MI, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Meet Wanda! Wanda is a 3-year-old basset hound. She is a sweetheart who loves everyone - especially when they give her belly rubs. She likes to go on...
BOSLEY - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Young
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. 1 year old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval...
BUSTER - ADOPTION PENDING! - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Young
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 05/29/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. 3 1/2 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and...
ELLIE MAE - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 05/22/2024
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...
LEVI - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Young
USA Deepwater, NJ, USA
Date listed: 05/22/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. 4 1/2 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and...
Eloise May - Basset Hound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Female, Adult
USA Sandy, UT, USA
Date listed: 05/22/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound (short coat). Adoption Fee: $350.00. Awrroooo Awroooo! Thats right I’m a sweet adorable Basset Hound and I do love to howl when I’m...
Hank Jr - Basset Hound (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male, Baby
USA Leavenworth, KS, USA
Date listed: 05/22/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound (short coat). Adoption Fee: 550.00.
Otis - Basset Hound Dog For Adoption
Basset Hound
Male,
USA Petaluma, CA, USA
Date listed: 05/22/2024
Posted Breed: Basset Hound. Adoption Fee: $350. OTIS STILL NEEDS A VET CHECKUP, BUT HE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION SOON. Otis is a jolly old feLlow, a big, beautiful, Basset...
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