Hound group · France

Basset Hound

Also called Basset, Hush Puppy.

Medium dog, low energy, independent, so training takes patience.

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Training

Training a Basset Hound

Hound breeds. Recall is the whole game. Build it on a long line before you trust it, and never punish a slow return.

Back Protection
Start here
Never let them jump on or off furniture. Use ramps and keep them at a healthy weight to protect their spine.
Food Motivation Works
Bassets are highly food-motivated. Use this to your advantage, but carefully portion treats to prevent obesity.
Short Training Sessions
Their stubborn nature means they bore quickly. Keep sessions under 10 minutes and end on a positive note.

The app turns this into five to fifteen minutes a day.

Add your Basset Hound and it builds the plan around their age, where they came from and what they already know, on video with Atlas and Shango.

Free to start. iPhone. No card needed.

At home

Bred to hunt by scent or sight, often far from the handler. Independent, with a nose or eyes that override you.

Breed averages. Early socialisation and the individual dog matter more.

Exercise: 30-60 minutes daily. Prefers leisurely walks with ample sniffing time. Not a jogging companion.
Grooming: Moderate maintenance. Weekly brushing, regular ear cleaning, and attention to skin folds.
Drool: High
Coat: Short, Smooth, DenseTricolour, Lemon and White, Red and White, Black and White
In a flat: Can work, with enough exercise outside it.

Health

Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Severe
Long spine and short legs make them prone to back problems; avoid jumping and stairs
Ear Infections
Moderate
Long ears require frequent cleaning to prevent infections
Obesity
Moderate
Love food and have low activity levels, making weight management crucial

Where they come from