I could go on forever about them. We adore them. They see the world through their noses. The female is a barker, and can easily be convinced to howl. She is the least trusting of the bunch, too, having a bit of a rough background. But to her family, she is intensely faithful.
Our favorite activity is to take them hiking. All of the scents in the forest are a treat for them. They are terribly stubborn, and it takes a lot to train them (food). The female is a counter surfer, amazing how far they can reach on a cupboard given their short legs (long bodies).
They are probably the most friendly and least aggressive breed I know. We have incorporated several dogs into the family, including two chihuahuas now, and there has never been a problem with the meet and greet. Once the bassets sniff, they are off on another scent.
Thanks! I’d love to make one our next dog. So far we’ve had a golden,shepherd, malamute and a mutt (dachsund/chow/rottie). He’s hilariously grumpy.
I liked the friendliness of the golden, but he was high maintenance. Bassetts sound my speed, now. I remember a neighbor who had a Beagle, and she was always off chasing rabbits, and howling and barking. That’s the only thing I’m leery of.