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We have homed two Bassets through Boxer Rescue, both bitches, both tri-coloured and both adorable. Charlotte, the older of the two was about 10 when she was taken out of the stray kennels and was a grand old lady, she died aged 14 and all the family was devastated by her loss. The second one, also from the stray kennels, we called Betty (Basset), and was a terror!!! She would clear off down the river bank with her nose down and owner in hot pursuit, and would howl the place down and tear the place to bits when left. Two crates later it was easier to leave her with family when the owners went out!! She's about 10 years old now and STILL can't be left but her nature is second to none!
Thurber was rescued by my son when he was about 6 months old. Someone had obviously hurt him and abandoned him or he had gotten away and they just didn't care. He was found flea / tick infested, hungry and he had abit of a violent streak. Fear biting. He is past that now. It took us alittle while and some patience. He is now going on 6 years and is a good boy most of the time. Once in awhile he gets into it with our Chow , they are both abit bossy. Not often though since he loses. We try to keep them apart. He does like to sing with any music, ahha or make his own. Luckily our neighbors don't mind. He is an overall sweetie. I would like to hear more about your k-9 crew, sounds like you have quite a few too!!!
I am a proud new owner of a 5 month old Basset Hound. We got DUKE in November and we love him to death...can you tell? hehehe He is super good. Ofcourse I don't think he knows he is suppose to howl but he has the deep bark down good. Enjoy the pics!
Hello to all Basset Hound owners ... looking forward to meeting people who are mad as me about this wonderful breed. I have two Bassets, Harvey who is 2 and Millie aged 3. Both are absolute nutters and always make me smile. I can't post pics at the moment but when I can I will put them on here. Sarah
They're lovely - sorry to hear about Millie though. My friend's bassets are different shapes from each other - one is much more stocky than the other. I think she said that there were different types & that one was an american and the other english - does that sound right? I persuaded her to enter a companion show a couple of months ago but unfortunately being typical bassets they decided that they didn't want to do what they were supposed to & both sat down and refused to move.
Millie was a lot lighter than Harvey and less wrinkled - she looked more like a beagle to me and climbed like a goat. I miss her loads as she had the most wonderful temprement. She loved everyone and everything and was very well behaved - definitely not a typical Basset. However, Harvey is a Balmacara, bred for showing and is very typical of what you see at Crufts. He is very heavy and has lots of wrinkles. He is great fun, he loves water and often goes for a swim, he loves his walks but he does nothing quickly and if he finds a good smell no amount of calling will get him to come. He is very good though now with the basic commands. I remember taking him to puppy socialisation classes which were unfortunately at 7 pm which was Harvey's sleeping time. In the end the trainer gave up on him as he wouldn't even wake up and he only came second at the end of the course as there were only 2 dogs left. I love Bassets, I would love another one someday but getting another so soon after Millie died didn't feel right, so my partner decided on a Golden Retriever. I do believe that you should have more than one Basset as they are hounds and love the company of other dogs. I couldn't recommend them more. Sarah
That really made me laugh - sounds so typical from what I've seen of my friends' two. Please do post more photos of Harvey (perhaps under the 'Your Dogs Pictures' forum so that everyone will have a look.)
Oh what fantastic dogs... I think they are such great dogs!! Out of interest, do they mix well with other dogs, say English and Irish setters... cos I would like one one day
They really do love all dogs. Harvey mixes well with my mum's Bearded Collie and any other dog who will play with him. Millie loved all dogs, large or small. Harvey adores our new Golden Retriever puppy and follows her everywhere and even lets her try dragging him across the floor by his ears! He is exceptional with her. He never gets cross with her. They are not for everyone, if you want a dog who obeys your commands instantly - forget it! They hate to be left out of anything and will howl if left alone for a long period. Harvey is not the fastest dog in the world but he loves his walks and will happily go out for 2 hours. They love to get on the sofa and cuddle up in the evenings. I just love them.
Does anybody here have or know someone with a basset stud dog that is KC reg and experienced with the ladies? It is time now for my KC reg maiden girly to have her first litter, she is two in march and her fifth season is due feb/march time. As it is her first time i would like it to be as straightforward as possible.Please email mexila12uk@hotmail.com
