Hound

Type

10+ years

Lifespan

Medium

Size

20 - 34 kg

Weight

33 - 38 cm

Height

Friendly, placid, affectionate

Temperament

30 - 60 mins per day

Exercise

Low maintenance

Grooming

A Basset Hound&#39;s life expectancy can be up to 10 years or longer if well cared for. A <a href="/all-things-pet/dog-food-feeding-guide" title="Link to Everypaw's article about what to feed your dog">good diet</a>, exercise and regular health checks will ensure your dog stays in good health for as long as possible.

Yes, they tend to be moderate to heavy shedders despite their short coats. <a href="/all-things-pet/dog-grooming-101" title="Link to Everypaw's dog grooming guide">Regular grooming is needed</a> to remove the loose, dead hairs. A weekly brush should do the trick. They&#39;ll lose their undercoat in spring and all the way through to autumn.

Bassets were originally bred as scent hounds by monks in France to hunt rabbits, deer and hares. Their long ears sweep up any smells, and their noses then pick up the scent.

Their low-slung bodies and short legs make them ideal for tracking through dense undergrowth. They can follow a scent without distraction and can work in packs.

Yes, Basset Hounds make excellent family pets. They're mild-mannered, easy-going, friendly and get on well with children and other pets. Just watch out for their stubborn streak and their determination to follow a scent!

<ul>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd (online) Basset Hound. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/breeds/articles/basset-hound/" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Basset Hound Dog page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/breeds/articles/basset-hound/</a></li>
	<li>Williams D l &amp; Oliver J (online) Glaucoma: primary open angle. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/ophthalmology/articles/glaucoma-primary-open-angle/" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's primary open angle Glaucoma page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/ophthalmology/articles/glaucoma-primary-open-angle/</a></li>
	<li>VetFolio &amp; Vetstream Ltd (online) Glaucoma. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/core-competencies/client-factsheets/glaucoma/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Glaucoma in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/core-competencies/client-factsheets/glaucoma/</a></li>
	<li>Burton N &amp; Pettitt R (online) Elbow: dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/articles/elbow-dysplasia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Elbow Dysplasia in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/articles/elbow-dysplasia/</a></li>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd (online) Elbow dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/elbow-dysplasia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Elbow Dysplasia factsheet">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/elbow-dysplasia/</a></li>
	<li>Harari J &amp; Langley-Hobbs S (online) Hip: dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/articles/hip-dysplasia-3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Hip Dysplasia in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/articles/hip-dysplasia-3/</a></li>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd (online) Hip dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/hip-dysplasia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Hip Dysplasia factsheet">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/hip-dysplasia/</a></li>
	<li>Ludwig L (online) Stomach: gastric dilatation / volvulus (GDV) syndrome. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/surgery-soft-tissue/articles/stomach-gastric-dilatation-volvulus-gdv-syndrome/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's GDV syndrome in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/surgery-soft-tissue/articles/stomach-gastric-dilatation-volvulus-gdv-syndrome/</a></li>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd &amp; Gardiner A (online) Bloat (gastric dilation). In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/gastrohepatology/client-factsheets/bloat-gastric-dilation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's GDV (Bloat) factsheet">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/gastrohepatology/client-factsheets/bloat-gastric-dilation/</a></li>
	<li>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

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That’s All You Need to Know About Basset Hounds

The Basset Hound is everyone's short-legged friend. With their laid-back temperament, these hounds are people-oriented and fit in well with families. They may not be the most obedient canine companion, and can be vocal, but it's hard not to love them.

If you&#39;re looking for a dog that&#39;ll be very active and go jogging or cycling with you, then this isn&#39;t the breed for you. But if you want an easy-going, gentle, patient canine companion that will join you on the sofa and is <a href="/all-things-pet/best-dog-breeds-for-families-with-kids" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to the best dog breeds for families">great with children</a>, the Basset Hound&#39;s temperament is perfect.

They do <a href="/all-things-pet/guide-to-dog-walking" title="Link to Everypaw's Dog Walking Guide">enjoy their walks</a>, though, and need <a href="/all-things-pet/the-dog-exercise-guide" title="Link to Everypaw's Dog Exercise Guide">regular exercise</a>. They may not be the most obedient dogs, but they&#39;re just so lovable that you&#39;ll forgive their wayward ways!

The breed is known for its wrinkly skin, floppy ears, short legs (a form of dwarfism) and long nose. They hunt by scent and make excellent trackers. Their name comes from the French word &quot;bas&quot;, meaning low.

If you&#39;re looking for a dog that&#39;ll be very active and go jogging or cycling with you, then this isn&#39;t the breed for you. But if you want an easy-going, gentle, patient canine companion that will join you on the sofa and is <a href="/all-things-pet/best-dog-breeds-for-families-with-kids" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to the best dog breeds for families">great with children</a>, the Basset Hound&#39;s temperament is perfect.

They do <a href="/all-things-pet/guide-to-dog-walking" title="Link to Everypaw's Dog Walking Guide">enjoy their walks</a>, though, and need regular exercise. They may not be the most obedient dogs, but they&#39;re just so lovable that you&#39;ll forgive their wayward ways!

With their long ears and short legs, these <a href="/dog-insurance/puppy-insurance" title="Link to Everypaw's Puppy Insurance page">puppies</a> are adorable. Early <a href="/all-things-pet/puppy-socialisation-helping-your-pooch-make-pals" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to puppy socialisation">puppy socialisation</a> will ensure that they&#39;re friendly and get on with everyone.

Bassets are heavy boned, so puppies don&#39;t fully mature or reach their full size until they&#39;re around 18 months to 2 years old. It&#39;s best not to over-exercise them while they&#39;re still growing, as this can put strain on their joints. They also shouldn&#39;t be allowed to run up and down the stairs.

Second only to the Bloodhound in their scenting ability, the Basset will follow a scent, and nothing will distract them from their task. You may need to spend extra time on training and walking them on a lead or harness. <a href="/all-things-pet/dog-recall-training" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to dog recall training">Recall training</a> will go out of the window when they scent something interesting. They like company, so <a href="/all-things-pet/how-to-deal-with-dog-separation-anxiety" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to separation anxiety in dogs">separation anxiety</a> may be an issue if everyone is out at work all day.

Basset Hounds are happy to be lounging on the sofa all day and like their food, so weight gain can be an issue. Follow the guidelines on portion size on the food packet or ask your vet or vet nurse for advice. You may have to weigh out their food and cut out any treats to keep them at a healthy weight.

With their short hair, the Basset Hound dog breed is low maintenance. However, they do tend to shed a lot, but a weekly brush will remove any loose, dead hair. The occasional bath may be needed, as well as regular nail trimming.

Their long, floppy ears mean that they can <a href="/all-things-pet/dog-ear-infections-what-to-look-out-for" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to ear infections in dogs">suffer from ear infections</a>, so it&#39;s a good idea to check their ears regularly. Signs of redness, irritation, swelling, bad smell or if they shake their heads or scratch their ears can all indicate an infection.

Basset Hounds are usually tri-coloured (black, white and tan) but are also seen in red and white, and lemon and white (bi-coloured).

Training a Basset can be a challenge &ndash; they can be stubborn and strong-willed! As they were originally bred to follow a scent without being distracted, they can be independent and go their own way, ignoring your commands. But with patience and positive, <a href="/all-things-pet/your-guide-to-clicker-training-dogs" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to dog clicker training ">reward-based training</a>, the intelligent Basset will become a well-mannered, loyal and devoted member of the family. Start training early!

Bassets need less exercise than other hunting dogs, but will still need regular exercise, either long walks or <a href="/all-things-pet/games-to-play-with-your-dog" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to games to play with your dog">playtime in the garden</a>. Aim for 30-60 minutes of moderate exercise every day to keep them fit and away from the sofa.

At Everypaw, we&#39;re all about looking after you and your dog with insurance to suit. But we also know that every pooch is different, from Basset Hounds to <a href="/dog-insurance/dog-breed-guides/beagle-insurance-care-and-health-advice" title="Link to Everypaw's Beagle Dog Breed Guide">Beagles</a> and <a href="/dog-insurance/dog-breed-guides/pomeranian-insurance-care-and-health-advice" title="Link to Everypaw's Pomeranian Dog Breed Guide">Pomeranians</a> to <a href="/dog-insurance/dog-breed-guides/rottweiler-insurance-care-and-health-advice" title="Link to Everypaw's Rottweiler Dog Breed Guide">Rottweilers</a>, they&#39;re all unique. That&#39;s why we offer a range of cover to help keep your pup happy and healthy.

<a href="/dog-insurance" title="Link to Everypaw's Dog Insurance page">Our Lifetime Dog Insurance</a> comes in a selection of levels. We&#39;ve also added a helpful comparison table, so you can decide <a href="/cover-explained/which-is-the-best-pet-insurance" title="Link to Everypaw's &quot;Which is the Best Pet Insurance?&quot; page">which is the best pet insurance</a> policy for you and your hound.&nbsp;

That&#39;s not where the goodness ends though,&nbsp;our policies also come with a host of additional <a href="/membership-benefits" title="Link to Everypaw's Membership Benefits page">membership benefits</a>. Get everything from 24/7 access to a UK vet team to <a href="/cover-explained/vet-fees-overseas-eu-travel" title="Link to Everypaw's Vet Fees Overseas page">overseas vet fee cover</a> and even some sweet discounts on products from some of our friends in the pet health world.&nbsp;

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Basset Hound Insurance, Care and Health Advice

The Basset Hound originated in the sixth century in France, where they were used to hunt rabbits, hares and deer. The breed we see today has shorter legs, is lower to the ground and heavier than its ancestors, who would have been more agile for hunting!

Bassets can be affected by primary open angle glaucoma (POAG). This inherited <a href="/all-things-pet/dog-eye-problems" title="Link to Everypaw's article about the causes, symptoms and treatment of dog eye conditions">eye condition causes</a> increased pressure in the eye. POAG can be treated with topical antiglaucoma medication, but there isn&#39;t a cure. If the medication fails to work and the eyes remain blind and painful, removal of the eye (enucleation) may be needed.

ED is a collective name for a range of developmental orthopaedic conditions. These conditions prevent the elbow joint in growing dogs from developing properly. Bassets are prone to this condition, which causes <a href="/all-things-pet/lameness-in-dogs" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to lameness in dogs">lameness</a>, pain and eventually <a href="/all-things-pet/arthritis-in-dogs" title="Link to Everypaw's article about arthritis in dogs">arthritis</a> in the elbow.

Some cases can be managed by weight loss, medication, restricted exercise and physiotherapy, while other cases may need surgery. As the condition is inherited, affected dogs shouldn&#39;t be used for breeding.

Basset Hounds can be prone to HD. The condition occurs when the ball and socket joint of the hip doesn&#39;t fit together properly. This causes the bones to rub together and damages the surface of the joint. This causes pain and leads to arthritis.

Anti-inflammatory medication, weight control and a restricted <a href="/all-things-pet/the-dog-exercise-guide" title="Link to Everypaw's Dog Exercise Guide">exercise programme</a> may manage the condition in some cases, but surgery may be needed in more severe cases.

<a href="/all-things-pet/buying-a-puppy-heres-what-you-should-look-out-for" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to buying a puppy">Before buying your puppy</a> from a breeder, ask for the hip scores of the parents. A low hip score means that your puppy has a lower risk of developing the condition.

Deep-chested dog breeds like the Basset Hound can be prone to GDV. It&#39;s a serious condition that can be life-threatening. Gas builds up in the stomach, causing it to swell (<a href="/all-things-pet/bloating-in-dogs" title="Link to Everypaw's guide to canine bloat">bloat</a>). The stomach can flop onto its side and twist. Urgent treatment is needed. Your vet can advise on ways to reduce the risk of this condition happening.

Common Basset Hound Health Problems by Vetstream

Bassets can be prone to ear and skin infections as well as some inherited eye and joint conditions. Regular health checks will help to identify these. Everypaw has teamed up with veterinary experts Vetstream to help you spot any signs of the common health issues that can affect this breed.

<ul>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd (online) Basset Hound. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/breeds/articles/basset-hound/" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Basset Hound Dog page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/breeds/articles/basset-hound/</a></li>
	<li>Williams D l &amp; Oliver J (online) Glaucoma: primary open angle. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/ophthalmology/articles/glaucoma-primary-open-angle/" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's primary open angle Glaucoma page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/ophthalmology/articles/glaucoma-primary-open-angle/</a></li>
	<li>VetFolio &amp; Vetstream Ltd (online) Glaucoma. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/core-competencies/client-factsheets/glaucoma/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Glaucoma in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/core-competencies/client-factsheets/glaucoma/</a></li>
	<li>Burton N &amp; Pettitt R (online) Elbow: dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/articles/elbow-dysplasia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Elbow Dysplasia in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/articles/elbow-dysplasia/</a></li>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd (online) Elbow dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/elbow-dysplasia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Elbow Dysplasia factsheet">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/elbow-dysplasia/</a></li>
	<li>Harari J &amp; Langley-Hobbs S (online) Hip: dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/surgery-orthopedic/articles/hip-dysplasia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Hip Dysplasia in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/surgery-orthopedic/articles/hip-dysplasia/</a></li>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd (online) Hip dysplasia. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/hip-dysplasia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's Hip Dysplasia factsheet">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/musculoskeletal/client-factsheets/hip-dysplasia/</a></li>
	<li>Ludwig L (online) Stomach: gastric dilatation / volvulus (GDV) syndrome. In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/surgery-soft-tissue/articles/stomach-gastric-dilatation-volvulus-gdv-syndrome/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's GDV syndrome in dogs page">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/surgery-soft-tissue/articles/stomach-gastric-dilatation-volvulus-gdv-syndrome/</a></li>
	<li>Vetstream Ltd &amp; Gardiner A (online) Bloat (gastric dilation). In: Vetlexicon Canis, Vetstream Ltd, UK. Website: <a href="https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/gastrohepatology/client-factsheets/bloat-gastric-dilation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Link to Vetstream's GDV (Bloat) factsheet">https://www.vetlexicon.com/canis/gastrohepatology/client-factsheets/bloat-gastric-dilation/</a></li>
</ul>

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All policies and features are subject to special conditions and exclusions of the insurers, please click the link to read about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.everypaw.com/pet-insurance-policy-exclusions" title="Link to Everypaw's Pet Insurance Exclusions page">our policy exclusions</a>. 
 
Excess is applicable to all vet fees claims. When your pet reaches a certain age, the excess payable may change. The excess will be your set excess plus a percentage of your claim amount.

Getting your furry friend covered shouldn&#39;t just come down to cost. There&#39;s a lot more to it than that, so take the time to do a pet insurance comparison. Think about their breed, the level of cover they might need, and what would be important to you. After all, insurance is there for both of you.

One of the best ways to do that is to compare cover levels. This will give you an idea of how much your pet insurance will cost, how much you can claim against vet bills, as well as the policy benefits. It&#39;s all about finding the Lifetime Pet Insurance that works best for you and your pet.

*Based on Everypaw claims data from February 2024 to March 2025

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Deciding which pet insurance your furry bundle of fun needs can be tricky, especially if you&#39;re a new fur-parent. That&#39;s why here at Everypaw.com, we&#39;re trying to keep things simple, we&#39;re all about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.everypaw.com/lifetime-pet-insurance" title="Link to Everypaw's Lifetime Pet Insurance page">Lifetime Pet Insurance</a>.

Our Lifetime cover is available for your cats, dogs and rabbits. And if you&#39;re looking to cover your cat or dog, there&#39;s a range of cover levels to choose from. Lifetime covers your pet up to a set vet fee limit, and the limits reset for every year of cover.

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As our furry companions age, they&#39;re more likely to suffer from ailments and illnesses here and there. And we want you to be able to look after your pet well into retirement. That&#39;s why we don&#39;t have age limits on our policies. Our <a href="https://www.everypaw.com/pet-insurance-for-older-pets">pet insurance for older pets</a> can help you do the most important thing &ndash; looking after your pet.

What about younger pets? We also offer <a href="https://www.everypaw.com/cat-insurance/kitten-insurance" title="Link to Everypaw's Kitten Insurance page">kitten</a> and <a href="https://www.everypaw.com/dog-insurance/puppy-insurance" title="Link to Everypaw's Puppy Insurance page">puppy insurance</a>, covered by our cat and dog insurance. No matter how old or young your purr-fect pet is, our pet insurance can give you all-important peace of mind.&nbsp;

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For that extra peace of mind when your pets get up to mischief, there&#39;s Everypaw. Our pet insurance is for cats, dogs and rabbits, and every policy comes with unlimited 24/7 access to vet nurses and vets. So, if you ever feel a bit &#39;for pet&#39;s sake&#39;, know Everypaw is here for you and your pet when you need us most!

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Choosing the right pet health insurance isn&#39;t always easy. We know that. And we also know that a key part of deciding is knowing what&#39;s not covered. That way, at least there are no nasty surprises in terms of coughing up for bills that you thought were going to be taken care of by your policy.

So, here are a few of the main exclusions on our pet insurances:

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*Switching to Everypaw Pet Insurance? If you can prove your previous insurance runs up to the policy start date, we can waive this for you.

Please see our <a href="/Home/pet-insurance-policy-exclusions.html" title="Link to Everypaw's Policy Exclusions page">exclusions page</a>&nbsp;for further details.

Fingers crossed, you never have to! We want to reassure you that claiming on your pet health insurance is as hassle-free as possible. That&rsquo;s why we have Vet Pawtal. A direct platform for vets so they can submit claims and leave you to care for your pet.

Vet Pawtal is the fastest and most efficient way to claim. There&rsquo;s no more paperwork for you, and we&rsquo;ll keep you updated every step of the way.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

If your vet can&rsquo;t submit the claim, don&rsquo;t worry; you can still submit it in the <a href="https://petportal.everypaw.com/register#login" target="_blank" title="Link to the Everypaw Pet Portal">Everypaw Pet Portal</a>. It&rsquo;s straightforward; just log in and follow the instructions. Alternatively,&nbsp;you can <a href="https://www.everypaw.com/downloads-2020/everypaw-claim-form.pdf" target="_blank" title="Link to download an Everypaw claim form">download a claim form</a>, but this can take longer.

Please refer to the guidance in your policy documents for Third Party Liability claims.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

For more information, head to our <a href="/Home/claims.html">Pet Insurance Claims information page</a>.

We know pets are just as much a part of your family as any human. So, we know how important it is to you that they&#39;re protected. Choose Everypaw for pet insurance in the UK and give yourself that priceless peace of mind.

We know things can be tough right now, with many people facing money worries. If you have such concerns, please get in touch with us, as we may be able to offer some options to help, which could include reducing your cover or increasing your excess.

If you wish to find out more and your eligibility for any options, please call <a href="tel:03445431009" title="Call Everypaw Customer Services and Claims">0344 543 1009</a>.

Two levels of our Lifetime Pet Insurance cover have been rated 5 Stars by independent financial business, Defaqto, for 8 years in a row.

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