Basset Hound

Name - Basset Hound
Other names - Basset, Hush Puppy
Origin - France
Breed Group - Hound (AKC:1935)Scenthound (UKC)
Size - Medium
Type - Purebred
Life span - 12-15 years
Temperament - Affectionate ,Devoted ,Friendly ,Gentle ,Sweet-Tempered ,Tenacious
Height - Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Weight - Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg) Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Colors - Black and Tan Brown Gray Red Tricolor White
Litter Size - 6-8 puppies

The Basset Hound is a short-legged breed of dog of the hound family. The Basset is a scent hound that was originally bred for the purpose of hunting hare. Their sense of smell and ability to ground-scent is second only to that of the Bloodhound. Basset Hounds are one of 6 recognised basset-type breeds in France.

Characteristics  ( marks out of  5 )

Adaptability- 5

Apartment Friendly- 1

Barking Tendencies- 3

Cat Friendly- 5

Child Friendly- This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also friendly toward other pets and friendly toward strangers.

Dog Friendly - 5

Exercise Needs- 3

Health Issues- 3

Hypoallergenic: No

Intelligence- 3

Playfulness- 3

Stranger Friendly- 5

Trainability- Training will be difficult, which might not be suitable for a first time dog owner. Patience and perseverance are required to adequately train it. Professional obedience schools can also be helpful.

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