Basset Hounds?

Question

I'm thinking about getting a basset hound. I have a beagle and think he needs a pal. There's a local Basset rescue who I'd adopt from. I was just wondering what the pluses and minuses are of owning a Basset?

Answer 1

Same as a Beagle only they're bigger, have more ear infections and smell a bit more. If you like your beagle, you'll probably do fine with a Basset and they'll enjoy each others company. Better to get them both fixed and have one male and one female.

Answer 2

The Basset Hound is a very calm and companionable breed, but they are often very stubborn,

They are an especially loyal breed known for their pleasant disposition and emotions that sometimes seem almost human,

While Bassets love food and may be less energetic than some breeds, they will exercise regularly if given the chance.

Basset Hounds are often very difficult to obedience train. Many Basset Hounds will obey commands when offered a food reward, but will "forget" the training when a reward is not present


Bassets might howl or bay rather than bark when they want something or to suggest that they think something is wrong. They also use a low, murmering whine to get attention, which sounds to many owners as though their Bassets are "talking.


health problems:
prone to bloat
glaucoma, luxating patella, and ectropion ("cherry eye").
Von Willebrand disease
back pain
Hip dysplasia
arthritis


and Grey Basset Hounds are more likely to be born with medical problems, and it is advisable not to purchase these.


hope i helped (:

Answer 3

Basset hounds are playful and good with kids and other dogs. Be prepared for the howl that will come with a knock at your door. It can be annoying at times(my neighbor has one), but you won't find a better watchdog.

Basset hounds are prone to a number of health problems, but for the most part are excellent pets. Many of the common problems can be avoided by maintaining a healthy diet and exercise/weight management.

Any rescue over 1 y/o should be xrayed and evaluated for hip displaysia and patelar luxation (dislocating knee cap). Either of these won't make for a bad pet, but it may require surgery in the future. Displaysia ($900-3000) and Luxation ($400-1200) aren't as common in hounds as they are in the larger breeds fortunately.

Answer 4

Bassets are VERY loveing, loyal, and laidback. Most do well with a doggy companion. They are cute, funny, and make a house a home.
The downfall is the slobber, but you get used to that. Some slobber more then others, and some dont at all. Also, they shed a bit, but if you brush them outdoors, then your fine. They are prone to something called 'hip dyspleasia' but I have had 1/3 that had it, so not that many.

They like food, and enjoy playing outside for a few hours. They snore, and its funny to watch them sleep..

Also, people will tell you they have all kinds of problems... I have not experenced that. If you get a good recomendation on the dog, and a good check up, you should be alright.

Answer 5

I don't know that much about Bassets...You need to buy a Basset Hounds book and read up on it,Before you adopt one...

Clowmy

Answer 6

Bassets are great dogs, but you have to be prepared for everything that can happen. They have a large variety of medical problems they are prone to, like back problems, joint problems, skin infections etc.

Answer 7

They need a lot of attention. But they do the "yeeehaw" a lot (running around fast with tail tucked between legs). My boyfriend has one. Also, when you carry it to the beach, all kinds of girls will come up and talk to you.

Answer 8

They are a hound and if not properly trained can howl a lot.