Basset Hound
Long-eared, low-slung scent hound. Mellow, stubborn and slightly comical.
The Basset Hound was bred by 16th-century French monks as a slow scent hound for hunting on foot — short legs let hunters follow on foot. Their nose is second only to the Bloodhound's. Today's Basset is a mellow, stubborn family dog with the unmistakable "long-and-low" silhouette.
Temperament
Easy-going, friendly, stubborn, vocal. Bassets are gentle with children and tolerant of other pets. Famously hard to train without food motivation.
Exercise needs
45–60 minutes of daily moderate walking. They're slow but have stamina.
Grooming
Short coat, brush weekly. Long ears need weekly cleaning. Wrinkles need weekly wipe. Drooling is significant.
Common health issues
Intervertebral disc disease (long backs). Bloat / GDV. Ear infections (long, low ears). Glaucoma. Obesity (food-driven).
👍 Best for
Calm families with children, multi-dog homes, suburban houses.
👎 Not best for
Apartments with stairs (long backs). Athletic owners.
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