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| FLASH FRANKLIN,, FLASH HAS BEEN RETIRED,,HE WILL JUST BE HANGING OUT AND CHASING RABBITS,, |
| THIS IS LADY,,SHE IS AKC,ACA.REGISTERED |
| SAMANTHA |
| MACKENZIE,, SHE DECIDED TO ROLL IN THE GRASS JUST BEFORE I TOOK THE PICTURES... both these girls are from FLASH AND LADY.. |
| TOBY ,male,A.KC. |
| WELCOME TO OUR BASSET HOUND PAGE,,,,TO START WITH,,SAMANTHA AND MACKENZIE ARE OUR THEY ENJOY BEING OUT IN THE BIG YARD WHERE ALL THE ACTION IS,,THEY GIVE THE RABBITS AROUND HERE A ROUGH TIME,,,THE GIRLS WILL BE BRED TO TOBY,, |
BASSET HOUND
The Basset Hound is a short-legged breed of dog of the hound family. They are scent hounds, bred to hunt rabbits by scent.
Their sense of smell for tracking is second only to that of the Bloodhound
Appearance
Basset Hound These dogs are around 1-foot in height at the withers. They usually weigh between 35 and 70 lb (16 and 32
kg). They have smooth, short-haired coats but a rough haired hound is possible. Although any hound colour is considered
acceptable by breed standards, Bassets are generally tricolor (black, tan, and white), open red and white (red spots on white
fur), closed red and white (a solid red color with white feet and tails), Honey And White (honey coloured back, light brown
spotty nose and legs, light brown tails with white tip) and lemon and white. Some Bassets are also classified as gray or blue;
however, this colour is considered rare and undesirable. They have long, downward ears and powerful necks, with much
loose skin around their heads that forms wrinkles. Their tails are long and tapering and stand upright with a curve. Tails
usually have white tips so the dogs are more easily seen when hunting/tracking through large bushes or weeds. The breed is
also known for its hanging skin structure, which causes the face to occasionally look sad; this, for many people, adds to the
breed's charm. The dewlap, seen as the loose, elastic skin around the neck, and the trailing ears, help trap the scent of what
they are tracking.
The Basset Hound is a large dog with short legs. They were originally bred to have osteochondrodysplasia, known as
dwarfism.[3] Their short stature can be deceiving; Bassets are surprisingly long and can reach things on table tops that dogs
of similar heights cannot. However, because Bassets are so heavy and have such short legs, they are not able to hold
themselves above water for very long, and should never be made to swim.
Temperament The Basset Hound is seen as an especially friendly breed. For this reason they are an excellent pet for
children. However, they can be stubborn animals. Although some people believe that Bassets are not particularly intelligent,
they are quite smart and display their intelligence with a charming sense of humor.
Because Bassets are scent hounds, they should always be on a leash when out on walks. Although they are well known to be
lazy, they have a tendency to run -- especially after prey -- so a leash is very important for their safety. Even though Bassets
sleep a lot, walks are still necessary.
Bassets are known to be a vocal breed. Bassets might howl or bark when they want something or to suggest that they think
something is wrong . They also use a low, murmuring whine to get attention, which sounds to many owners as though their
Bassets are "talking." This whine is also used by the hound to beg (for food or treats) and varies in volume depending on the
nature of the individual hound and length of time it has been begging.
Because of the extremely long ears of Bassets they are prone to ear disease. If their ears are allowed to dangle on the
ground or in food on a daily basis they are capable of developing chronic and potentially fatal ear diseases.
In addition to ear problems, basset hounds may also have eye issues. Because of their droopy eyes, the area under the
eyeball will collect dirt and become clogged with a mucus. It is best to wipe their eyes every day with a damp cloth. This
helps to lessen the build up and eye irritation.
Basset Hounds can be on the lazy side and can become overweight on their own if allowed to. They need plenty of exercise
and a good diet.
If you are considering purchasing a Basset, be aware that they shed a lot.
Basset Hounds are also prone to yeast infections in the folds around the mouth, where drool can collect without thoroughly
drying out. Wiping the area with a clean, dry towel and applying talcum powder can minimize this risk.
Basset hounds also should not be allowed to jump due to how low they are to the ground. Because of a basset's body build
(short stubby legs, low to the ground) if they jump from too high of point they can hurt their hips, injure their spine and break
a leg.
The Basset Hound is a short-legged breed of dog of the hound family. They are scent hounds, bred to hunt rabbits by scent.
Their sense of smell for tracking is second only to that of the Bloodhound
Appearance
Basset Hound These dogs are around 1-foot in height at the withers. They usually weigh between 35 and 70 lb (16 and 32
kg). They have smooth, short-haired coats but a rough haired hound is possible. Although any hound colour is considered
acceptable by breed standards, Bassets are generally tricolor (black, tan, and white), open red and white (red spots on white
fur), closed red and white (a solid red color with white feet and tails), Honey And White (honey coloured back, light brown
spotty nose and legs, light brown tails with white tip) and lemon and white. Some Bassets are also classified as gray or blue;
however, this colour is considered rare and undesirable. They have long, downward ears and powerful necks, with much
loose skin around their heads that forms wrinkles. Their tails are long and tapering and stand upright with a curve. Tails
usually have white tips so the dogs are more easily seen when hunting/tracking through large bushes or weeds. The breed is
also known for its hanging skin structure, which causes the face to occasionally look sad; this, for many people, adds to the
breed's charm. The dewlap, seen as the loose, elastic skin around the neck, and the trailing ears, help trap the scent of what
they are tracking.
The Basset Hound is a large dog with short legs. They were originally bred to have osteochondrodysplasia, known as
dwarfism.[3] Their short stature can be deceiving; Bassets are surprisingly long and can reach things on table tops that dogs
of similar heights cannot. However, because Bassets are so heavy and have such short legs, they are not able to hold
themselves above water for very long, and should never be made to swim.
Temperament The Basset Hound is seen as an especially friendly breed. For this reason they are an excellent pet for
children. However, they can be stubborn animals. Although some people believe that Bassets are not particularly intelligent,
they are quite smart and display their intelligence with a charming sense of humor.
Because Bassets are scent hounds, they should always be on a leash when out on walks. Although they are well known to be
lazy, they have a tendency to run -- especially after prey -- so a leash is very important for their safety. Even though Bassets
sleep a lot, walks are still necessary.
Bassets are known to be a vocal breed. Bassets might howl or bark when they want something or to suggest that they think
something is wrong . They also use a low, murmuring whine to get attention, which sounds to many owners as though their
Bassets are "talking." This whine is also used by the hound to beg (for food or treats) and varies in volume depending on the
nature of the individual hound and length of time it has been begging.
Because of the extremely long ears of Bassets they are prone to ear disease. If their ears are allowed to dangle on the
ground or in food on a daily basis they are capable of developing chronic and potentially fatal ear diseases.
In addition to ear problems, basset hounds may also have eye issues. Because of their droopy eyes, the area under the
eyeball will collect dirt and become clogged with a mucus. It is best to wipe their eyes every day with a damp cloth. This
helps to lessen the build up and eye irritation.
Basset Hounds can be on the lazy side and can become overweight on their own if allowed to. They need plenty of exercise
and a good diet.
If you are considering purchasing a Basset, be aware that they shed a lot.
Basset Hounds are also prone to yeast infections in the folds around the mouth, where drool can collect without thoroughly
drying out. Wiping the area with a clean, dry towel and applying talcum powder can minimize this risk.
Basset hounds also should not be allowed to jump due to how low they are to the ground. Because of a basset's body build
(short stubby legs, low to the ground) if they jump from too high of point they can hurt their hips, injure their spine and break
a leg.