Training - The best way to train your dog is to know it

The best way to train your dog is to know it and study them very carefully. Learn what your dogs likes to do best and start with that. Make sure your hound understands that training can be fun. Most important with hounds in training is treats. Basset Hounds love treats and will do most anything to receive one.

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Training - Start out by taking some classes from a trained professional

Because of how poorly a Basset Hound will do in obedience training I suggest you start out by taking some classes from a trained professional who is familiar with working with hounds. They will tell you although difficult it is not impossible.

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Training - training a Basset Hound can be very difficult

You must keep in mind that training a Basset Hound can be very difficult as it is with any scent hound as they prefer to follow their noses. They are also a breed that has a low desire to please their owner. They may love you death but not respect you.

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Selection guide - Purchasing a puppy at around the age of 6 months

Basset Hounds are a breed that change greatly from being a puppy to an older dog,. You may want to consider purchasing a puppy at around the age of 6 months, when they may have already have had a few wins. In this way you will be better able to see the dogs form and possibilities.

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Selection guide - Make sure your puppy has the proper documentation

Make sure your puppy has the proper documentation necessary to prove they are are a good quality show dog. The proper papers will effect your dogs future. So make sure you are always dealing with a reputable breeder. There art too many people who are not really who they say they are.

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Selection guide - Sometimes a breeder may take less money but...

Sometimes a breeder may take less money but there will be some strings attached to the deal. Such as they may want the pick of the first litter your dog has, or they may want to use your dog to sire future puppies or they may want to be part owners in your dog for showing purposes.

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Selection guide - Show prospects are usually sold for more money

Show prospects are usually sold for more money. The breeder has put a lot of time and money into these puppies therefore the higher cost. Also in purebred puppies there are usually less dogs to a litter.

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