The Basset Hound is a short-legged breed of scent hound. The Basset Hound was developed in Great Britain from several now-extinct strains of French basset breeds. It was bred primarily for hunting rabbit and hare on foot, moving slowly enough that horses were not required. Their sense of smell and ability to ground-scent is second only to the Bloodhound.
The Basset Hound was developed in Great Britain, utilizing French basset breeds, for use in hunting in dense thickets and open fields.
The Basset Hound is renowned for its distinct appearance, with long ears and a droopy face, making it easily recognizable. It has a remarkable sense of smell, second only to the Bloodhound. Originally bred for hunting rabbits and hares, these dogs are known for their persistent nature and ability to track scents for hours.
Adult Basset Hound
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Basset Hounds are renowned for their gentle, docile demeanor.[7]
An adult Basset Hound with a puppy on its back
A common eye condition Basset Hounds develop called cherry eye
1879 woodcut of Everett Millais' first Basset-type hound named Model, who was imported from France in 1874
An early 20th century Basset-type hound
A 1925 illustration of a Basset Hound hunting a rabbit
A statue of Peter Falk as Columbo with his Basset Hound in Hungary
A Basset Hound in front of the General Lee from The Dukes of Hazzard, outside Cooter's Museum in Nashville, TN
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