The Basset Hound dog is a breed that  has a small stature and a long torso. They are a short-legged dog breed  and watching them run never gets old. They add joy in their owners’  lives and are great companions. Discover more about our Basset Hound puppies for sale below!

This dog was originally bred to hunt  and retrieve smaller game like rabbits and is still serving the same  purpose in some world countries. They are scent hounds and can track a  lot of items based on their scent.

They are very cute dogs and are  friendly with all they come across. This dog breed is very warm and  cuddly around children and they make great house pets too.

History

The Basset Hound is mostly known as  the Hush Puppy dog, however, this breed offers way more than just  advertisements. This breed originated from the French as Basset is a  French word for ‘low’, which suffices considering the petite height of  the Basset Hound.

It is believed that the Basset Hound  is a descendant of the St Hubert Hound which just so happens to be  related to the Bloodhounds of today. It is also believed that the Basset  Hound breed is a mutation of the Norman Staghounds, also a St Hubert  Hound descendant.

Temperament

This dog breed is too calm to ever  display any form of aggression. This is one breed that practically gets  along with everyone despite their species. From adults to children and  other animals too, they’re very laid back and great companions too.

This dog may be small but they’re very  helpful and resourceful at home. They are always alert and for this,  they can be used as watchdogs, but their stature diminishes their  security abilities. The blood of the hound flows through the Basset  Hound and just like its relatives, it is reluctant with training.

Also, as scent dogs they can be very  trail hungry hence they’re likely to go wandering whilst being led by  scent. They are dogs that are mostly on their good behavior and they are  good companions for kids.

Environment

This dog breed adapts really well to  apartment settings. They are more sensitive to weather conditions than  other breeds because of their small stature. Getting your Basset Hound a  blanket during the winter and enough air conditioning during the hot  summers will definitely make them feel more comfortable.

Exercise

Their pocket-friendly size, tiny legs,  and feet make them really slow on the ground hence their exercise needs  aren’t in any way demanding. The Basset Hound is fun and as lively as  can be but they do not have a high energy level and as such  high-intensity exercise activities aren’t for this breed.

Grooming

Their smooth but short hair has a way  of repelling dirt and water. Their grooming is pretty simple. If  cleaning their ears occasionally, wiping the drool they leave, and  cleaning their facial wrinkles doesn’t sound like too much work, then  you may just groom the Basset Hound yourself.

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