Basset Hound Breeder

foreign_correspondent

dontone wrote: »

Basset Hounds have stamina?? :eek: mine is pooped as soon as we walk out our driveway :rotfl:

a bassett is a hunting dog, bred to follow a scent all day (not a sprinter like a greyhound, but a long distance endurance dog) and should have immense stamina - has yours always been like that?

As it is a young dog I would be a bit concerned if he tired easily and would mention it to the vet.

dontone

foreign_correspondent wrote: »

a bassett is a hunting dog, bred to follow a scent all day (not a sprinter like a greyhound, but a long distance endurance dog) and should have immense stamina - has yours always been like that?

As it is a young dog I would be a bit concerned if he tired easily and would mention it to the vet.

Lol I was being a little sarky, but...
He's always been a bit like that - he does run about though (he's now two) - I think he's more lazy than anything lol. And in regards to the vet - he's been in and out of them since he was little. I tend to think he was the runt of the litter and therefore he has always been a bit sickly. Wouldn't swap him though

Mummyboo

Hi thanks for all the replies and concerns.

The dog is actually for my mother who lives alone.

I have researched the breed and they have excellant track records with children which would be great for the grandchildren.

My mum is home all day so it won't be left alone x

UKTigerlily

Mummyboo wrote: »

Hi thanks for all the replies and concerns.

The dog is actually for my mother who lives alone.

I have researched the breed and they have excellant track records with children which would be great for the grandchildren.

My mum is home all day so it won't be left alone x

Hiya, you don't say how old you Mum is, but will she still be able to offer a few hours of walks a day in 10 years time? I'm sure you've thought of that but just in case you hadn't! I know my Mum @ 60 wouldn't cope with a breed like this!

f1re_cr4cker

has she considered a pug? fab with kids, need little walking and sooo affectionate!

foreign_correspondent

is she set on a bassett? - they are quite hard work as a breed, especially with regards to general training, exercising and house training. Obviously, you knowyour mum, but a lot of older people would struggle, especially with the constant carpet cleaning of a pup that messes in the house and is not quick to house train. Pups (of any breed) do chew as well, which can be wearing and costly, especially if they get your best shoes, handbag, or worse, kitchen cupboards and door frames!

Also, although the breed is generally good with children, the levels of tolerance for little ones comes down very much to the individual dog and its character and experiences... so there is no guarantee than an individual pup of any breed will be good with kids when it matures.

In my opinion, a mature rescue dog is often a good choice, if they are known and proven to be good with kids, and they very often come ready housetrained and are past the manic puppy chewing, nipping and piddling stage! (lots of pups nip children - they are playing, but it hurts and can make children scared of them!) - just to give an idea, here is a list of dogs needing homes which are known to be good with children...

http://www.dogsblog.com/tag/good-with-children/
and
http://www.dogsblog.com/tag/good-with-children/page/2/

for example, this lad sounds like a gentle soul, and has lived with children, from teenagers to babies all his life, so would be a pretty safe bet with little ones:
http://www.dogsblog.com/buster-59/

UKTigerlily

I was gonna ask about Rescue too, even a rescued Bassett with a known temperament?

Kay290

I have just chuckled to myself reading this thread.

I too have a Basset Hound whos 4. It took us about 2 years to toilet train her completely.... then we moved and had to do it all over again! We have minature wind chimes on the back door and when she wants to go out she knocks them. Although she knows it gets her attention so also knocks them for that too!!

We went through a phase of her howling and crying during the nights and scratching the living room door. As hard as it was and annoying for the neighbours we put ear plugs in! However now we block the door with a clothes horse and hear nothing!!

We've always got some cocktail sausages on hand to use as a bribe! Works a treat )

Mine also has an issue with food (

But shes sitting on the sofa with me now as if butter wouldnt melt!! So stubborn at times too

With this being my second dog, she has been much harder to train and understand. Although I wouldnt be without her.

moomin5

Bassets must have some great charteristics to make up for downsides as reading this they sound like a lot of hard work or maybe my greyhounds are just easy

beaniebabe

I have 3 bassets and last year my female basset had a litter of 12 pups which was nice but hard work and something I would never do again.
Bassets are a lovely breed. However they are very stuborn dogs that are difficult to train. They will follow any scent and this can be a nightmare when you walk them.
They are certainly better in pairs as they are extremely sociable and will pine if left alone for too long.
My bassets have excellent temperaments and I would trust them with anyone.
Bassets are prone to medical problems and I would recomend that if you do purchase one you seek out a reputable breeder that has knowledge of the breed and ensure you insure the puppy.
Although they are lazy, they are very strong dogs and do love walks. If you are looking for a small dog the basset is not for you as it is a large dog on small legs!
Bassets have excellent characters and will make you smile at some of the things they get up to. I love the breed and would have no other dog. They fit into our family well and are very lovable dogs.
I do know of a top class breeder where I can guarantee you would get a first class basset with an excellent temperament and pedigree, however you would be paying around £900!!. If you would like the details please PM me and I will give them to you.
I wish you luck and if you do buy a basset I guarantee it wont be your last as you will get hooked on the breed!!