Basset Hounds

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This is a puppy Basset hound
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This is a puppy Basset hound
Basset Hounds are great dogs to have if you like hunting. Basset Hounds are like any other hound. They love to hunt things like rabbits, squirrels, and even deer. They can weigh up to 50 pounds and are 13 to 15 inches tall. They have large heads with a round skull. It is characterized by sad, soft eyes and long, silky, drooping ears. The fur of the basset hound is short, wavy, and silky. It is tri-colored, all though the hunting dog can be any color.