| Basset hounds can make great pets. Here are a few | | | | dogs to develop arthritis. They are sporting dogs with |
| interesting facts about this interesting dog breed: | | | | a keen sense of smell and the ability to cover great |
| Basset hounds are tricoloured (white, black and brown), | | | | distances in a short time. They are often used by |
| lemon (pale lemon and white), red and white, and blank | | | | sporting enthusiasts to trail hares, rabbits, deer and |
| red (solid red with a speck of white on the tail tip and | | | | other game. They have strong ears and these |
| feet). They are medium sized, usually reaching | | | | mishaps typically don't cause any damage, though the |
| between 33-38cm. They also have massive paws | | | | pup may stop to try to figure out what caused the |
| and their front feet turn outward slightly to balance the | | | | problem. |
| width of the shoulders. Basset Hounds are not for | | | | Basset hounds are still used to hunt rabbit, but they are |
| someone who wants a dog that is eager to please | | | | more visible in parades than in pursuit of Thumper. |
| and is easily trained. These dogs are intelligent, clever | | | | They should never be left outside in your yard, |
| and interested in following their own noses. They can | | | | unsupervised. Their deep voice carries a LONG way. I |
| be stubborn! | | | | learned that one the hard way! |
| Basset Hound dogs can acquire arthritis because of | | | | They make great pets, just understand that they are a |
| their odd bone structure. Activities such as too much | | | | bit stubborn! |
| running and prolonged up and down jumping can cause | | | | |