Basset Hound

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Group:	Hound
Size:	Medium
Life Span:	10-12 years
Height:	Male: 12-14 inches
	Female: 11-13 inches
Weight:	Male: 50-65 lbs
	Female: 45-60 lbs

Coat :	Smooth and dense
Gait :	smooth, powerful and effortless
Color(s) :	Any, usually black, white, tan, red
Living Area :	Any
Hair Length:	Short
Exercise Need :	Daily walk
Recognized By :	(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) Fï¿½dï¿½ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America
Date of Origin :	1500s
Place of Origin :	France
Todays Use :	Companion Dog
Originally Used :	Hunting Dog, Trailing Dog
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Basset Hounds are believed to be a descendant of present day Bloodhounds. They were primarily used in France for chasing down rabbits, foxes and other small animals. This dog breed was first brought to America as a gift to President Washington by Marquis De Lafayette. Popular during the time of Napolean III, this dog breed was often associated with the royal family. Basset Hounds were first recognized by AKC in 1885.

This is a heavy looking breed with short legs and high bone density. It has a large head; black or dark colored nose with wide nostrils; hanging dark lips; sunken eyes with a soft touch which are usually brown; hanging ears which are low set; a heavy muzzle; large teeth with either an even bite or a scissors bite and a deep heavy chest. The forelegs are short and heavy with a large paw while the hindlegs are rounded and strong, with a well defined structure. The tail is almost erect, with a slight curve and a continuation of the spine. It has short smooth coat, with enough density and can be of any color, usually black, white, tan or red.

Basset Hound is a gentle breed. They are basically a scent breed and have a tendency to go after a scent when not a leash. They are friendly with children and other pets and can play all long in the field. At times, they can be noisy when left alone, and they usually bark to draw attention of their owners. This breed of dogs is obedient, independent, and intelligent as well, which makes them easy to train. They are great companion dogs, but can be a bit irritating at times because of their frequent digging habit.

Basset Hound sheds very little hair throughout the year. A weekly brush of the coat is enough to remove dead hair. It is important to trim their nails on a regular basis as they are known to grow nails very quickly. Although a regular bath is important, they should not be bathed frequently, as it can lead to loss of natural oils from the body. Special care should be taken of their eyes since they have tendency to accumulate dirt which may lead to eye diseases. Its ears should be cleaned regularly to avoid any infection, as it has low hung ears which can often drop in their food or rub the floor.

This breed of dogs was originally a hunting dog which was meant to chase small animals like rabbit, hamster etc. Exercise in the formative years is necessary for development of strong legs. However, too much exercise is not needed, since they are happy to be indoors and do not pose a problem. A walk everyday is just fine to maintain the overall fitness of the dog. Avoid feeding too much to them since they have a tendency to put on weight. Their diet should be in accordance with the amount of activity they are doing.

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Basset Hound prone to some health issues like fractures of the hip and knee because of their short size, eye and ear infections, bloat etc.

BASSET HOUND OWNED BY USERS

	Breed: Basset Hound Name: Candy Age: 6.6 years Sex: Female About Candy : Candy is my best friend! she is so fun to play with and shes the best!
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