| Are Basset Hounds good family pets? It really | | | | treat rewards, but the training might prove short lasting |
| depends on what your family is looking for. Here is | | | | if the treat is not given too. They can make wonderful |
| some information on this interesting dog breed. | | | | pets but can present many challenges too. Some of |
| Basset Hounds are mild, never sharp or timid in manner | | | | their less appealing characteristics have to do with |
| but sometimes can be stubborn. They also can be | | | | stubbornness, noise, shedding, gassiness, and chronic |
| vocal at times with their charming deep, sonorous bark. | | | | health problems. They love to go for walks and use |
| They are often described as a lovely and amusing | | | | their great sense of smell to follow the trails of other |
| household pet for people with a good sense of humor. | | | | animals. |
| Basset hound puppies will do okay in an apartment. | | | | Basset Hounds' tracking abilities are second only to the |
| These pups are quite inactive inside the home and will | | | | Bloodhound. They are known for their loud, melodic |
| need lots of outdoor activity on a daily basis where | | | | howl-like bark. Basset Hound puppies should not be |
| they can run around and play. | | | | stiff in movement and should move freely. |
| Basset Hounds have a slightly curved tail and very | | | | If you think that your family may be a good match for |
| large, round feet under strong, wrinkly legs. They are | | | | this dog breed, I would suggest talking to someone |
| difficult to train and housebreak. They respond best to | | | | who has one, it can really be beneficial. |