Scent hunting
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Dog
Basset Hound
Hound / Scent Hound
Origin: France / Britain
Life Span: 10–12 yrs
Size
Medium
Grooming
Low–Medium
Drooling
Moderate–High
Quick Facts
Size
Medium
Height
Male: 28–38
Female: 28–38
Female: 28–38
Weight
Male: 20–29
Female: 20–29
Female: 20–29
Life Span
10–12 yrs
Coat
Short, smooth coat
Colours
Tricolor, Red & White, Lemon & White
About the Breed
Relaxed and scent-driven, the Basset Hound enjoys leisurely activity but needs careful weight and ear management.
Care & Lifestyle
Grooming
Low–MediumBrush 1–2× weekly; regular ear cleaning, nails and dental care
Exercise & Activity
30–60 min/day; morning & evening
Climate
Moderate — Heat SensitiveRecommended: 12–27°C
Ideal Pet Parent
Calm families, moderately active owners