Basset Hound

 🐾 Express story  

The Basset Hound, often simply called "Basset," originates from France, descending from short-legged hunting dogs developed in the Middle Ages to track game in dense and difficult terrain. Popularized in England in the 19th century, it was crossed with Bloodhounds to enhance its scenting ability. Known for its large drooping ears and gentle eyes, it is today both a hunting dog and a wonderful family companion.

 🐕 Portrait of the breed  

With its long ears, elongated body, and short legs, the Basset Hound has a unique look that makes it instantly recognizable. Despite its low stature, it is sturdy and capable of covering long distances at a leisurely pace.

 🔍 In short  

- Hypoallergenic: No  

- Weight: 20-30 kg  

- Size: 33-38 cm 

- Life expectancy: 10-12 years  

- Need for physical activity: 1 to 2 hours per day  

 ❤️ Personnality & compatibility  

- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (independent and sometimes stubborn)  

- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (very attached to his masters)  

- Protector: ⭐⭐☆☆☆  

- Player: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆  

- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (can be noisy, especially when hunting)  

- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆  

- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (exceptional flair)  

- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  

- Sporty: ⭐⭐☆☆☆  

- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆  

Compatibility:  

- With the children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (gentle and patient)  

- With the animals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (generally sociable)  

- With the unknows: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (friendly but may be reserved)  

- In apartment: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (possible with regular walks)  

 🛠 Hygiene & care  

- Maintenance difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆  

- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆  

- Maintenance frequency: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆  

 💰 Budget  

- Purchase price: €1,000 to €1,500  

- Average annual cost: €600 to €1,200 (veterinarian, food, accessories)  

💡 Fun fact: The Basset Hound's ears are not just for looks! They help lift scents toward its nose, enhancing its already exceptional sense of smell..  

👉 Attention: His sense of smell is so powerful that he can easily follow a trail and get lost.