How to Select a Basset Hound

Video Transcript

"Let's talk about how to select a Bassett Hound. When you're considering a specific breed of dog you need to consider a lot more than just the look of that dog. You need to consider your present situation, and future, potentially future situation. Is this breed going to fit in well there. You want to consider the dog's activity level, their tolerance for heat or cold. Whether they're going to be an inside or outside dog. How affectionate they are to other dogs, and cats, and children, how much exercise they require, and things along that nature. It's a good idea to go ahead and consult some professional advice online or in a breed book, read up a lot about the breed. Talk to other people who have the breed. Make sure that this is really the breed for you, and not just a good looking breed. One of the things to consider with a Bassett Hound is their lovely baying bark. It's something, is is that something that you enjoy, or don't tolerate. And another thing to consider with a Bassett Hound is the length of their back, and their general healthiness. Specific breeds will have potential health problems you'll want to consider when you're looking at selecting the right dog for your household."