Circle L Bassets (2024)

FAQs

Are there 2 types of Basset Hounds? ›

Thus there are four breeds belonging to the basset family currently recognised by the KC. These are the Basset Hound, Basset Griffon Vendéen (Petit), Basset Griffon Vendéen (Grand) and Basset Fauve de Bretagne.

They do well in family environments thanks to their sweet nature and ability to get along so well with children. Basset Hounds are very social and so enjoy the company of their owners for most of the day. They best suit a family home where there is always someone around and lots of opportunities to be with people.

The average life expectancy of Basset Hounds is between eight and 12 years. However, with proper care, some members of the breed can live up to 17 years. The life expectancy of Basset Hounds can be affected by several factors, including hereditary illnesses, regular exercise, nutritional diet, and healthcare.

The Basset Hound's ancestry can be traced back to the 6th-century French hounds, which were bred for hunting small game, particularly rabbits and hares. They were developed by crossing the Bloodhound with several smaller French breeds, such as the Artesian Normand and the Basset d'Artois.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018. The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen has been assigned the Hound Group designation. Grand Basset Griffon Vendéens have been trained for mantrailing in Europe and the US.

Breeds. Recognised breeds of basset include the French Basset Artésien Normand, Basset Bleu de Gascogne, Basset Fauve de Bretagne, Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen and Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen and the Basset Hound from Great Britain.

According to the PDSA, the most common health issues are: Skin and ear infections due to their excess skin and ear length. Obesity, especially as the more weight they carry the more likely they are to experience back problems. Elbow dysplasia.

As Ree puts it, "Basset hounds, studies have shown, possess an inherent calming, almost sedative-like effect." Seriously, these pups love nothing more than snuggling up with their humans and soaking up all the love and attention they can get.

Basset Hounds are a sweet, loyal and low-key dog. Basset hounds are charming, medium-sized dogs in the hound group. They're very low-key pets that don't get excited easily. They were bred to be slow, plodding hunters and — to this day — they enjoy long walks with their humans.

They can be stubborn but are generally food-motivated due to their keen sense of smell, which helps with training. Basset Hounds bark quite a lot. They have a very loud, baying-like bark, and they use it when they are excited or frustrated. They drool and can be smelly because of their skin and ears.

Can basset Hounds be left alone for 8 hours? ›

Once a dog can handle being alone for 4 hours, it should be able to manage 8 hours on its own. The Basset Hound, French Bulldog, Chihuahua, and Pugs are some of the breeds that are best at being left alone for long periods.

Since the breed was developed to work in a pack with other dogs, Bassets enjoy canine company on their outings, and the breed can be quite playful.

She is a laid-back family companion with aspirations of being a lap dog. The Basset Hound is a scent hound that was bred to track rabbits. They originated in France during the 16th century and their name is derived from the French word bas, meaning low.

Because Basset Hounds assume everyone is a friend, they aren't very protective of their own territory or their people. Are Basset Hounds Good Guard Dogs? Basset Hounds are not exceptionally alert at home.

Fairly smart dogs, bassets are not easy to train as they are somewhat stubborn. A firm, patient hand with plenty of creativity is required to bring out the best in them. Bassets can be serious barkers and with their sturdy feet and nails they tend to be diggers.

The main difference:

European Basset hounds have short legs, wrinkly skin, and the cutest droopy ears. When they are young, they are prone to tripping over those adorable ears. They are generally about 10-15 pounds more to love on than the American basset.

For the Basset Hound, it doesn't really matter if you choose a male or female. Unlike some breeds, there is little difference in temperament and trainability of a male versus female Basset Hound.

In conclusion, the Miniature Basset Hound is a popular designer breed that is a smaller version of the purebred Basset Hound. It has a friendly and affectionate nature and is easy to train, making it a great family pet.

The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a short-legged hunting breed of dog of the scent hound type, originally from Brittany, a historical duchy of France.