Basset Hounds

A Little Tidbit Of History

The Basset hound is a unique breed. The first basset "sighting" is as far back as 1585 and considered a "badger dog." There is evidence that the friars of the French Abbey of St. Hubert began to successfully breed dogs that would soon become the bassets we all know and love today. The word "Basset," derived from the French adjective bas, means a "low thing" or "a dwarf." In the late 1800's Sir Everett Millais began to show the basset. He is considered the "father of the breed" by many. It is also thought that George Washington was owned by Basset hounds. The first Basset Hounds were registered with the American Kennel Club in 1885. In 1935, a national parent breed club was organized in the United States, the Basset Hound Club of America.

Did You Know... There Are 6 Types Of Bassets!?! The Hound is only one of them. Click HERE to check them all out!

General Basset Hound Description & Information
What should a basset really look like? This is where you will find the AKC Standard for the Basset hound Breed.

The Basset Hound As A Pet
Are you thinking about adding a Basset hound to your family? Here is a good starting page to find out what may be in store for you!

Basset Hound Health
As with most other breeds the Basset hound does have some health issues. Here is a page of good links to help you understand many of these issues as well as offering some general pet health topics.

Basset Hound Websites
Take a few minutes to check out the websites of other Basset owners.

Basset Hound Shopping
Here's a GREAT list of links to help you pick out the perfect gift for your pooch...or even something houndie to decorate your house with!!

Basset Hound Forums & Email Groups
Want to chat with others who love Bassets as much as you? Check these links out!

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General Basset Hound Description & Information What should a basset really look like? This is where you will find the AKC Standard for the Basset hound Breed.

The Basset Hound As A Pet Are you thinking about adding a Basset hound to your family? Here is a good starting page to find out what may be in store for you!

Basset Hound Health As with most other breeds the Basset hound does have some health issues. Here is a page of good links to help you understand many of these issues as well as offering some general pet health topics.

Basset Hound Websites Take a few minutes to check out the websites of other Basset owners.