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The purpose of this article is to improve the public's knowledge about dogs, the basset hound in particular. Many people decide that they want a dog based off of appearance alone. While this may not be a terrible thing to do if the person has the ability to accommodate all types of dogs, for some individuals the care for specific types of dog breeds is not possible.

The best way to avoid any surprises after the adopting or purchase of a dog is to understand the breed and what it takes to care for it. We will go over some of the basic characteristics of the basset hound to help you get a better understanding of the basset hound as a breed and possibly a new addition to your family.

The basset hound is a pretty easy going dog with regard to all aspects. The basset grows to a weight of about 50 lbs and 43 lbs for the male and female respectively. Short in stature at about 15 inches, the basset hound is a very stocky animal. The basset can run at a quick pace but is better suited for a steady long jaunt. Grooming is very low maintenance, only requiring cleaning of the ears, often dirty due to lack of air circulation under the long floppy structure, and clipping of the nails.

This is a very placid breed of dog but does however make a sizable amount of noise with its very distinctive howl-type bark. This dog can put away quite a large amount of food for its size and will require a steady amount of exercise to prevent him from putting on excessive weight. The front legs are pointed outward sometimes causing limb problems. This is a good family dog with a lot of loyalty and love to give.

We hope that we have assisted you I your quest for knowledge and understanding of the basset hound. Please look below for some additional resources. The first thing you will want to do is see what the basset hound looks like. The next thing you will need to do is house train your basset hound. We find that one of the most common reasons that someone will get rid of basset hound's is that they are not house trained. There is a wonderful manual that can be used and you will find the link below. Lastly we want you to show off your new basset hound. There is a wonderful online dog community complete with a forum for you to post pictures to. Check it out.

The key to success is to love your basset hound and nothing will help you achieve that more than bonding with them. Spend time with your basset hound and make them a happy and healthy addition to your family.

Basset Hound Dogs For Sale

1. What’s with the name? – The word ‘basset’ was derived from a French word ‘bas’ meaning ‘low’. ‘Basset’ literally means ‘rather low’.

2. Basset the friendly dog - Along with their charming sad face, Basset Hound dogs are often considered friendly dogs both to human and other pets. They make excellent household pets and they hate being alone. To keep a Basset from trouble when you are away from home, a companion, a second pet in the family will solve the problem.

3. Long ears – Basset hound dogs are more likely to acquire ear problems because of its long and downward ears. They are more susceptible to get odorous ear wax because their ears trap dirt as they drag on the ground or floor. Regular and proper cleaning of the ears is necessary. They also have increased hearing range because of these long ears.

4. Training – Training something new to this dog is very difficult yet possible. Yes they will obey commands when they are aware of rewards but will forget the training when there is no reward. They also tend to follow their noses than listen to their trainers. If you want to train your hound, even just housebreaking or obedience training, patience and consistency is essential.

5. Bark – Basset hound dogs don’t usually bark. They might howl when they want something or they want to indicate something. They also tend to use low murmuring whine when they want to get attention or if they are begging for something, either a toy or a treat. Some dog owners think that their dog’s whining seems to sound as though they are talking.

6. Bred for what? – This breed from French ancestors is primarily bred to hunt by scent. They are considered as scent hounds and their capacity to track to scent is second only to that of Bloodhound. These large dogs with short legs are also bred to have achrondroplasia, also known as dwarfism.

7. Weight – These dogs can be deceiving. A basset hound seems to be small but in fact they are not. They usually weight 50-70 pounds and can reach things on table tops because of their long bodies.

8. White tail – This breed has long and tapering tails. The tail usually stands upright with a curve and should be tipped in white. The tails are tipped in white for tracking and hunting purposes.

Basset hound dogs are really easy to care for as long as you are knowledgeable about the characteristics and needs of this dog. Go and get one! A basset hound may be the right breed for you and your family.

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