Bassett Hounds

[BitsyNaceyDog]

Don't forget the last word in their breed-Hound. They can have a mouth on them like no other...when they get to baying, it's VERY loud and can be obnoxious to people not used to it. Some barely make a peep while others can go on and on for hours.

I mentioned a bassett, Molly, I knew in my above post and one thing I remember very well about her was her hound howl. She didn't howl too often, but when she did- OH MY! When she'd howl we usually took her for a walk outside and then she'd come back in and take a nap.

[theterrierman]

Bassets are stubborn, definitely. Very independent dogs. If they're anything like a beagle coat-wise, they shed ALOT for such a small, short haired dog, and have a tendency to smell moreso than an average dog. Speaking of smell, when these guys pick up a scent, theres no getting them back. So if you dont mind shedding, a little "houndy" odor, and keeping them leashed, they're a pretty good pet. Usually good with considerate kids.

[molucass]

There is one thing to remember. They aren't "small" dogs. They are large dogs on short legs.
They can be any where from 45-65 lbs.

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