Basset Hound - Is It Right For You? Part 1

Join Uncle Stonnie as he answers the question Basset Hound, Is It Right For You. If you have ever wondered what it's like to live with or train a Basset Hound we feel like this two part series will provide a great starting point for your research!

00:00 - Introduction
03:27 - Initial Off Leash Training & Breed Considerations
18:46 - Leash Training with Mentor Dogs
23:48 - Leash Training Under High Distraction
28:18 - Off Leash Hike with Mentor Dogs and Fellow Puppy Students

The Basset Hound originated in sixth-century France, a country known for its many strains of hounds. Most strains had a tall version as well as a short-legged size under sixteen inches, which were called basset (bas in French means low-set). Both the Basset Hound and its long-legged cousin, the Bloodhound, are thought to be descendants of the famed St. Hubert hounds.

St. Hubert, a churchman, was the patron saint of the hunt, who set out to develop a new strain of hound, which looked similar to today’s Bloodhound. Many authorities feel the Basset was a result of a mutation in the St. Hubert strain. This genetic deviation produced a short-legged, dwarfed hound, whose slower movement and low-set form was to prove useful for hunters on foot in search of small game.

With his long ears helping to stir up the scent, packs of Bassets were used to drive small prey, such as rabbit and hare, from dense undercover into open terrain where hunters could move in for the kill with spears, nets or clubs. The sport of pack hunting with Basset Hounds continues to this day in France and England.

Gentle and sociable in nature, the Basset Hound is loyal to master and family, devoted to children, and mild-mannered and friendly towards other animals. The Basset Hound Club of America (BHCA), its Member Breeders, and BHCA Recognized Rescue organizations would like to provide prospective Basset Hound owners with the knowledge to make an informed decision regarding the purchase or adoption of this easy-going and comical breed. We have compiled a number of tools and guidelines to make this process a successful one for you and your family.

Please take the time to explore all of these materials to make sure that the Basset Hound is the right dog for you. Once that decision is made, the information provided here will guide you to finding a reputable BHCA Member Breeder or BHCA Recognized Rescue organization to help you in your search for your new family member.

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[swalling]

"If you're buying a hound you're buying a dog that's been bred to run away from you and make noise." Uncle Stonnie always tells it like it is. I love it.

[Mitch_Ryder]

Had bassets when I was a kid. If you accept them for what they are, then they’re perfect.

[notesfromleisa-land]

Cleo was a neighborhood Basset. She would swim across my neighbors pond to come and play with my Setters and my neighbor s Collie. She would run as fast as she could in broad circles baying and turning corners so tightly she would step on her ears and then roll like a barrel. This was about 2 decades ago and I remember it so well. Once done playing she would swim back across the pond to home. She was beautiful, charming, playful and athletic.

[Violet-fjlr]

So refreshing to hear a trainer that really gets scent hounds. Hounds are such empathetic dogs, they deserve to be understood and loved for who they are.

[BassetGirl]

Have had bassets for forty years. Have two now. Madly in love with these baby dolls. ❤️ Bassets need to be spoiled and loved. They come first! Silly loving sweethearts. Laid back and very loyal.

[Meao]

Nothing funnier that a basset hound in full run mode. It makes me giggle everytime.

[OhioGuy]

Beagles and Basset hounds are my favorite dog breeds by far

[corem]

I own a basset hound. I go to scenting, rally obedience and agility trials with her: yes, you read that correctly. She has a spunky little personality and comes when she’s called. She’s a super loving dog and very friendly to people of all ages. She’s also good around other dogs. I don’t have to worry about her growling or attacking anyone or anything. Her nose can get her into trouble because she uses it to explore the world. Her housemate is an older Weimaraner - whatever he does, she wants to do too. She’s the second one that I have owned: ❤ the breed.

[VinnyMartello]

Our first basset, Droopy, was a rescue dog and the best friend I ever had. Our new pup is muffin, a purebred Euro and we love her to pieces, but man I miss my old droopy.

[LeeBeeBumble]

I have a beautiful 10 year old Basset. He's the most special dog I've ever had! Not that I didn't love my golden and English Bulldog, but the relationship I have with my Boy Lincoln is just in another level!❤ thanks for understanding the breed and for not saying they're dumb, because lots of people think they are. One of the most underestimated breed!❤

[gaylejenkins]

Having had 2 Bassett Hounds, I can tell you that they're the most loving dogs ever! We really miss Sam and Daisy. They gave us so much joy 😊

[katheryntargaryen]

What a sweetheart! Odie is one of the cutest hounds I've seen ❤

[RatdogDRB]

He's a GOOD boy! He's only a little bit short on one end, just the top end. He's a champ on the brush pile though, and did great on the small challenges course too. What a good gaggle of dogs out there in the adventure course too. No fighting, no drama, just good dogs out doin' dog stuff with people. Cameraman deserves extra ice cream tonight too. Thanks Stonnie, always a pleasure when notified of one of your videos.

[Starry_Night_Sky]

Ahhh the hound cuteness overload!!!! 🥰

[beverleyfrank]

My current basset hound is old-world true-type, working stock. Took awhile to find one. My last 2 basset hounds died young, 5 and 9. They had exaggerated show-type structure with loose skin, eye and ear problems, dwarf legs, were unsound and ultimately died of health problems. Daisy is from the Albany line, 100% DNA basset without dwarfism, tight eyes, tight skin, no ear infections, clean, straight legs, only slightly taller. Same lovely, kind temperament but this basset is SMART, sound and can move! Terrific recall. Pure joy.

[gd]

We had 3 consecutive Basset Hounds since 2001, and I still learned a lot from this. Thank you very much.

[williams]

I clicked because I love basset hounds but this was surprisingly informative. You were refreshingly accurate about the basset hound with out using cookie cutter descriptions and demonstrated them well. I have a basset Otis and had an Aussie who we unfortunately had to re home to a family friend because he was stressed around our infant daughter. This video taught me a lot of information that applies to all dog training. I learned more watching this video then I did during 8 $1000 sessions with our aussies dog trainer. If I could go back in time I would have paid anything to come to your area. But my Aussie is living his best life and although it’s hard to admit someone else is a better fit for your dog than you, keeping him in a stressful home would’ve been selfish. Keep up the great work and if I ever need dog training again I’m going to watch all your videos! 😊

[dramaqueen]

That baby Hound is so cute. Thank you for the video.❤DQ

[tjava]

Accept the deep genetics of the dog. Wise rule of thumb, your noting this hopefully helps people pause in their dog decisions...we took months of research before we got our Aussie. Helped a great deal. Thanks for your videos.