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A Basset Hound is generally friendly, good-natured and confident towards everything and everyone - both people and dogs. It is independent and strong-willed, and it can almost be described as stubborn, which you will have to accept if you want to be a future owner of a Basset Hound. The breed can be described as a calm and pleasant family dog ​​who appreciates the company of humans and feels bad about being alone for many hours. A Basset Hound can tend to bark and has a sonorous voice, which is nice but quite penetrating. However, this can of course be trained away if one makes sure to do this from an early age. A Basset Hound needs a lot of exercise in the form of long walks. A lot of exercise is necessary to keep the muscles and weight in place, since the breed has a tendency to be overweight. You will need to be very aware of its diet to avoid it being overweight, since the dog is incredibly fond of food. Being overweight can be really bad for the incredibly low-legged dog, as the extra weight can create discomfort in the knees and joints, which can lead to unpleasant pain for the dog.
The background is French, but a Basset Hound is English. Low-legged dog from the continent, Basset Artésien Normand, came to England in 1866. In 1892, they were crossed with bloodhounds. The result was a persistent hunting dog with an excellent sense of smell. The Basset Hound was mainly used for hare hunting, as it was strong enough to penetrate even the densest bush but not faster than for the hunter to follow on foot. The hunting dog had slightly longer legs and lighter body than the type we know today. The breed can grow up to 38 cm with a weight of up to 30 kg.
The Basset Hound is originally a hunting dog that, in collaboration with fellow breeds, follows tracks of game when it goes hunting. It wants to use its fine nose, and likes to go hunting where you might have issues calling it back due to its stubbornness.
The dog's coat is smooth, short and very dense. It sheds heavily twice a year, but diligent use of a rubber brush or washcloth will remove most loose hairs, so that you can avoid the dog shedding as much. The loose eyelids require some care, and the long, heavy ears should be kept clean regularly to avoid infections, which can be very uncomfortable for the dog.
A Basset Hound is willing to learn many things, but the upbringing requires patience, kindness, ingenuity and consistency. To gain the respect of the dog, the owner must be more stubborn during training and everyday activities. Avoid jumping and too many stairs before the dog is fully grown, as it can damage its legs due to its compact physique. It is a good idea to train reliable recall from a young age to prevent problems later in its life.
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