Selection guide - Consider adopting a basset hound from a rescue organization

Consider adopting a basset hound from a rescue organization. There are a large number of rescue foundations--such as Basset Hound Rescue, Basset Hound Rescue League and All Bassets Cherished--that are dedicated to the breed. Such organizations have both puppies and adult dogs up for adoption. While some of the animals have been neglected or abused, people give dogs to rescue groups for a bevy of reasons. Expect to pay an adoption fee of a few hundred dollars.

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Owner guide - Why do people give up their Basset Hound?

Keep in mind that Basset Hounds slobber much more than other breeds. The No. 1 reason people give up their Basset Hounds is because they drool too much. The No. 2 reason is that the dog got bigger than expected.

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Owner guide - Basset Hound can not swim well

Basset Hound can not swim well because most of their weight is in the front, and they have very short legs.

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Owner guide - Basset Hound often howl

Remember that Basset Hound often howl if left alone for too long.

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Owner guide - Keep your Basset Hound in a secure yard

Keep your Basset Hound in a secure yard ' the breed has a tendency to wander and will get lost.

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Owner guide - Keep your Basset Hound inside or out

Keep your Basset Hound inside or out. Remember that he'll be much happier indoors with the family, though, since Basset Hound prefer to be with their pack.

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Owner guide - Train Basset Hound

Remember that Basset Hound tend to be somewhat stubborn, which means that you must be consistent and patient while training them.

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Owner guide - Bathe Basset Hound infrequently

Bathe Basset Hound infrequently; the Basset Hound doesn't require special grooming and can be washed at home.

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Owner guide - Wipe out Basset Hound's ears

Wipe out your Basset Hound's ears at that time to prevent odors and infections.

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Owner guide - Brush your Basset Hound

Brush your Basset Hound once a week and shedding will be minimal. Use a hound glove to keep his coat shiny.

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Owner guide - Learn what health problems

Learn what health problems are associated with Basset Hound : Von Willebrand's disease (a blood disorder), glaucoma, torsion (stomach bloat, a very serious emergency), smelly ears, paneosteitis (also called transient lameness), and allergies to pollens and grasses.

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