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Basset Hound overview
Originated in France; breed is established in the UK and the USA.
Used originally to hunt hares. Today's Basset is lower to the ground and heavier than its hunting forebears. Friendly and patient, they make good companion even though they can be stubborn at times. Do not need a great amount of exercise.
Origin
France
Breed Group
Biological data
Height
Male: 33-38 cm (withers).
14 inches.
Female: 33-38 cm (withers).
14 inches.
Colours, markings and patterns
UK
Generally black, white and tan (tri-colour); lemon and white (bi-colour); but any recognized hound colour is acceptable.
USA
Any recognized hound colour is acceptable.
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Basset Hound – Breed standard
The below links are external
AKC, FCI, CKC, KC
Basset Hound references and further reading
Netherlands
Bassset Hound Club
USA
Basset Hound Club of America
Basset Hound Rescue of Alabama
UK
Basset Hound Club
Basset Hound Welfare
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AP-ANTDHG - Basset Hound
Photo © Animal Photography, David Jensen
