Basset Hound Blog

May 1, Love Baseball? 2 Sets of Angels Stadium Packages are Available! You'll Help the Hounds Too.

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:45:52 GMT

Make a $50 donation to Basset Rescue Network Inc. and you could win an Angels Stadium Package valued at $2800. Package includes 12 Dug Out Suite seats right behind home plate. Bring your friends / family and have a blast! Dug Out Suite Special Amenities Include: - Wide selection of dining and catering options - Elevator access to private Dugout Suite level - Viewing access to the Angels and visiting team underground batting cages - Private in-suite restroom and access to private conference room - Access to the Diamond Club and Knothole Club restaurants - Dugout Suite concierge and personal suite attendant Game dates are May 14th and June 17th. The draw for the May 14th game is approaching soon. A name will be pulled on May 6th. Click here for more details.

Apr 27, My Basset Hound's Favorite Toy is a Rawhide Bone

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:21:12 GMT

Her name is Penney. Boy does she love her rawhide. We just got her about two weeks ago. She is one and a half. We didn't really know what kind of toys

Apr 26, Dick Clark and a Talking Basset Hound

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:04:42 GMT

As everyone already knows, the legendary Dick Clark recently passed away. But, did you also know that he loved dogs? Apparently, he had many of his own and allowed them to roam around freely in his production offices. He also liked to feature dogs on his television shows. Here's a funny clip of a talking Basset Hound named Oscar from his show Friday Night Surprise in 1989.

Apr 17, Friendly Reminder: Don't Forget to Maintain Your Dog's Teeth

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:27:17 GMT

One of the best things you can do to maintain your dog's teeth throughout his life is to brush them. Yes... brush his teeth! I know, you may be thinking... Are you kidding me? I've never heard of that! That's what I thought when my veterinarian told me about this many years ago when my Basset Hound, Hunter, was a young pup. She also would remind me every year when I took him in for his annual visit. So... Did I listen to my vet's advice? No, because I figured Hunter would be just fine. And here's what happened: As the years went on and my puppy grew into an adult dog, he began to have really, really bad breath. And then at the age of four, I noticed that some of his back teeth had turned black. I learned that these problems were caused by a build up of tarter on his teeth. And what caused that? My failure to frequently brush his teeth. The same thing would happen to me if I didn't brushed my teeth for four years. Plaque can build up on a dog's teeth just like it does with us humans. The best way to get rid of that plaque is to brush. If you neglect brushing as I did, then the plaque turns to tarter and tarter can not be removed by brushing. It requires a dental cleaning by a vet. So, I took Hunter to the vet to get his dental cleaning. He came home with clean teeth and no longer had bad breath. At this point, I realized the importance of dog dental care. Now I brush Hunter's teeth every other day. Here are a few reasons why it is important to brush your dog's teeth: 1. It helps to prevent the dreaded, stinky dog breath. Did you know that the most common cause of bad breath in dogs is tarter build up? 2. It will help you and your dog avoid costly, health issues. Neglecting your dog's teeth can lead to oral problems and other health issues some of which can be serious including periodontal disease and infection. In addition, while brushing does not eliminate the periodic need for a costly dental cleaning by a vet, it does slow the build up of plaque and helps to prevent oral disease. 3. Most importantly, your dog will be happier with healthy teeth! When brushing your dog's teeth, make sure to use dental care products which are specifically designed for dogs. I use Petrodex Enzymatic Toothpaste and my dog really seems to like it. He actually tries to lick the tube when I take the cap off. And while he doesn't enjoy getting his teeth brushed, he does tolerate it. If you are wondering... How in the world do I brush my dog's teeth? Click here for a great video to learn how.

Apr 17, Basset Hounds Available for Adoption in Florida

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:52:43 GMT

If you live in Florida and are interested in adopting a Basset Hound, then visit the Suncoast Basset Rescue web site for more information. Check out this video which features a Basset Hound named Tobie who is available for adoption:

Apr 17, Basset Hound Olympics in Ocean City, NJ

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:39:37 GMT

If you were busy doing your taxes this past weekend and missed the Doo Dah Parade in Ocean City, NJ, then be sure to check out a video and some really great photos of the Basset Hounds that participated in this event. If you live in the tri-state area of New Jersey, New York, or eastern Pennsylvania and are interested in adopting a Basset Hound then visit the Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue web site for more information.

Apr 16, An Update on Beauregarde

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:46:27 GMT

Beauregarde and Max:
Click to read Beauregarde's rescue story.

Apr 10, Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue 14th annual BoardWaddle

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:47:17 GMT

The Ocean City, NJ Doo Dah Parade features over 600 Basset Hounds in a waddle that raises money for Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue. It will be held on Sat. April 14th. The Basset Olympics will take place on Friday, April 13th. Click for more information

Apr 8, Happy Easter! Basset Hound with Eggs

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 15:31:06 GMT

My Basset Hound, Hunter, enjoying Easter Sunday

Apr 8, Smart Basset Hound Saves his own Life

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 04:25:27 GMT

April 2012. Apparently, a Basset Hound who lives in England was home alone when he ended up in a dire situation. He had knocked the telephone to the floor

Apr 8, This Story Brought a Tear (or two) to my Eye...

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 03:52:06 GMT

In A Daisy in Heaven Staci describes how she recently lost her beloved 12 year old Basset Hound. She shares some great memories too. As I read the story, I noticed that Daisy loved some of the things that my Basset Hound, Hunter, does: - rolling in piles of stinkiness - long walks - stuffed animals, but not the ones with squeakies - burying bones / toys by pushing leaves and dirt on top of them

Mar 23, FDA Warning on Chicken Jerky Treats from China

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 18:14:50 GMT

March 2012. In 2011, there were an increasing number of complaints to the FDA about dogs becoming sick after eating chicken jerky products imported from

Mar 20, Bella saves her daddy

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:18:38 GMT

My husband was diagnosed with cancer two years ago. He had four months of extensive chemo and two surgeries. Bella, our Basset, stayed by his side the

Mar 13, Bernard rescues our toddler, Lance.

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:08:47 GMT

It was very hot August night when our toddler, Lance, first learned to get out of his bed. His bedroom was on the second floor and as we all slept, Lance

Mar 12, A plush duck

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:17:31 GMT

Our male Basset (Goober) loves his duck. He likes to play tug of war with it, throw it around and sleep with it. Goober and his duck are very close. He

Mar 10, Basset Hound Rescue Helps Homeless Hounds in California

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 21:31:32 GMT

Californai Basset Hound Rescue matches homeless hounds with those interested in Basset Hound adoption.

Mar 2, Fun Basset Hound Video

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 19:43:55 GMT

I posted this video last year but it rolled off the end of my blog. I think it's fun so I thought I'd post it again...

Feb 29, Friendly Reminder: Don't Forget Your Dog's Annual Vet Check

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:18:50 GMT

I recently took my Basset Hound, Hunter, to the veterinarian for his annual physical examination. So I was thinking that now is a good time to remind all dog owners about the importance of an annual exam. Even if your dog appears to be healthy, it's a good idea to get him in once per year or at an interval recommended by your vet. Older dogs or dogs with health problems may need to be seen more often. Here are a few reasons why it's important: 1. Early detection and treatment. Veterinarians are trained to recognize the early signs of a potentially serious problem. Usually, the earlier a problem is caught and treated, the better the outcome. 2. Preventative care. A good vet will advise you on how to prevent common health problems and this in turn will help you avoid costly veterinarian bills in the future. He may talk about vaccinations, preventative medicines such as heartworm and flee / tick, nutrition, etc. 3. Last but not least… by being proactive you are helping your dog live a happy, healthy life so that he can be your best friend for many years to come. What will the vet check? He'll examine your dog from head to toe… eyes, ears, nose, mouth, teeth, skin and coat, tail, abdomen, weight, etc. He may ask about any behavior changes, take blood for blood work (usually for older dogs), and do a test for intestinal parasites. Of course, keep an eye on your dog throughout the year and contact your vet immediately if you notice anything concerning or have any questions. As for Hunter... He is ten years old now and thankfully, got a clean bill of health. He has a few lumps that were checked previously and they are just fatty tissue (nothing to be overly concerned about). But, one of them got a little bigger. So I asked the vet about this. She said that sometimes they do get bigger over time. But, they don't need to be removed unless they become bothersome to him. She liked that he still has a waist, i.e he's not getting fat as he ages (which is common with Basset Hounds). Hunter doesn't like going to the vet. I don't blame him. I don't like going to the doctor either. But, he did enjoy the treats they gave him at the end. Unfortunately, my doctors never offer me chocolate chip cookies at the end of a visit... Oh well. So go ahead and pencil in a reminder on your calendar, enter it into your iPhone, or send yourself an alert (whatever method you use). And if your dog is overdue, why not call right now to make an appointment?

Feb 22, Albert Jackson - the 15 month old puppy

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:12:40 GMT

This is Dave's Basset Hound puppy from Sheffield. Isn't he adorable!? Be sure to check out the other photos and read his story...

Feb 7, Any Beany Baby

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:35:32 GMT

Our Basset Hound, Lilly, is so sweet. She will take any beanie baby and bury it. She buried it one time in the kids sand box. Most of the time she will

Jan 24, Lieutenant General Wade Hampton IV

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:23:00 GMT

This is Vince from Charleston, SC and his Basset Hound, General. Vince says that General "is the best thing that ever happened to me." Find out why...

Jan 24, Beauregarde's Rescue

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:10:52 GMT

Bill from Ridgecrest, CA adopted a Basset Hound puppy, Beauregarde. Read his story...

Jan 24, My Loving, Sneaky and Funny Mickey

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:30:35 GMT

Mickey is the best dog in the whole world. She grabs my dads sandwich from the table and puts it on the floor, doesn't eat it just puts it on the floor.

Jan 19, What is going on ???

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:40:53 GMT

Eileen is having trouble with her 6 month old Basset Hound puppy. Please take a look at her story and comment if you have any helpful tips...

Jan 18, Bruno. Glad i found him.

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:19:22 GMT

Aaron adopted his Basset Hound, Bruno, from the Humane Society in El Paso, Tx... just in time. Read his story...

Jan 3, pop bottle with treats

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:10:01 GMT

My very stubborn, Alpha-male Beagle/Basset mix Remy loves a plastic pop bottle containing a few nuggets of his food. He shakes and throws the bottle around

Dec 28, We Adopted 2 Bassets Within Three Months!

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 02:50:19 GMT

We were first blessed with Buttercup, our 7 year old Basset, when her family needed to move and couldn't take her with them. We weren't particularly looking

Dec 4, Pound Puppy turned Hospice Helper!

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 15:02:50 GMT

Be sure to read about Bubba...

Nov 29, The Saving of Copper

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:48:09 GMT

I don't really know when my husband decided he wanted a Basset. We had always had hounds - blood, coon you name it, we had it. But up until that moment

Nov 24, Don't Forget to be Thankful for the Dog...

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 04:52:42 GMT

People in the United States will be getting together with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving. We think and talk about the things that make us all grateful and celebrate with a big feast. It's also my favorite holiday! Here are three reasons why I'm grateful for my Basset Hound, Hunter. 1. His antics make me laugh out loud. He really is a silly character. If you have a Basset Hound, then I'm sure you know what I mean. I love to laugh. 2. He gets me out for a daily walk which we both enjoy. If not for him, I would never go for a walk. 3. He's been an awesome member of my family for almost 10 years. He's loyal and affectionate (when he wants to be) even though he usually pretends to be aloof (LOL). Here's a photo of him engaging in one of his favorite activities... sleeping... with his ear over his eye (LOL again).

Nov 11, Our new addition.. Sidney!!!!

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:42:24 GMT

Read about Sidney, a Basset Hound puppy, who was adopted by Jennie from Las Vegas, NV. More photos too. Is she not the cutest thing?

Nov 3, Are You a Basset Hound Puppy Person?

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 19:40:29 GMT

A Basset Hound puppy is what you want. But... are you sure? An adult Basset Hound is a great option too. Consider the pros and cons...

Nov 2, Meet the brother and sister DYNAMITE team of Dee Dee and Dexter

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:01:46 GMT

We adopted Dee Dee and Dexter on the 27th of October 2011, from someone who was moving to a smaller premises....

Nov 2, Maxi Mouse... An Adopted Basset Hound from South Africa

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:50:07 GMT

We adopted Maxi from our local SPCA in August 2011. Our vet thought he was about 7-8 months old at the time....

Oct 10, Lost Souls: FOUND! Inspiring Stories About Basset Hounds

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:28:20 GMT

Lost Souls: FOUND! Inspiring Stories About Basset Hounds is a book containing a wonderful collection of true, short stories about homeless Basset Hounds who have been rescued and adopted. The stories are written by members of rescue organizations and those who have fostered and adopted. Each story is about two to four pages long including a photo of the dog. Some stories are sad because they describe horrible treatment and / or conditions that a dog previously lived through and therefore became a 'lost soul'. But ultimately each soul is found as the dogs overcome their past and become cherished family members who enrich the lives of those around them. Recommended to those who love Basset Hounds, potential owners / adopters, those interested in fostering, and any dog lover. Best of all, a portion of the proceeds from each book is donated to Basset Hound rescue groups. Available in paperback or Kindle Edition.

Sep 27, Basset Hound Puppies... So Adorable! But, Should You Buy One? Maybe. But...

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 19:23:56 GMT

Basset Hound Puppies are not for everyone. Before buying, ask yourself a few key questions. Find out if this type of puppy is right for you and your family.

Sep 12, Fun Basset Hound Blog Post...

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:48:48 GMT

Check out this blog post with fun photos and narrative: Saturday Car Ride from The Crofton BlogHouse

Sep 12, The basset-matic

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:22:19 GMT

I have always been amazed at the voracious appetite of our basset hound, Petunia. It's like a whole truckload of rabid wolverines in one short, floppy-eared

Aug 26, Nutmeg and Me

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 03:09:02 GMT

This is Lindy's adopted Basset Hound, Nutmeg...

Read about how Lindy found her perfect Basset Hound companion. Another photo too...

Aug 19, New England Basset Hound Rescue Fundraiser...

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:25:38 GMT

On 09/10/11, the New England Basset Hound rescue is holding its annual fundraiser, Woofstock, in Sturbridge MA. See www.nebhr.com for more details. It's

Aug 12, Jefferson Gets a Tummy Ache

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:33:50 GMT

Check out Jefferson...

Read about how he got sick after eating something that he shouldn't have...

Aug 4, Messi Magic Update

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:24:07 GMT

Messi is a Basset Hound from Mumbai, India. This photo is too cute:

More photos and an update...

Jul 26, Basset Hound Puppy Enjoys Playing

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:56:18 GMT

Christine from Jacksonville, FL shares her 12 week old Basset Hound puppy with us...

and her favorite toy...

Jul 26, love basset hounds

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:45:45 GMT

i have a basset hound named Abby. I love her. She is the best thing that has ever happened to me. She is so sweet. But she is spoiled and she loves to

Jul 12, My Ferocious Bassett Hound

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 03:44:07 GMT

Jeff from Omaha, NE shares his Basset Hound, Molly, with us...

and a hilarious story...

Jul 8, Basset Hound Experiencing Seizures...

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 18:54:15 GMT

Wanda's adopted Basset Hound recently had two seizures. If you have any experience with this, please comment on her entry...

Jul 8, And Once was a basset

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 18:47:39 GMT

Why every Elvis Tribute needs a Hound Dog And Once was a Basset Hound Named Baby Girl By Asa Landry Elvis Tribute artist Why adopt a Basset Hound?

Jun 29, A Basset Hound named Baby Girl...

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:58:43 GMT

It was two AM in the morning when I heard a barking and crying outside my home in Eastern Texas. It was snowing and cold and I opened my door to the most beautiful Basset Hound I ever saw nearly frozen....

Jun 29, Jake, the Basset Hound, Goes on Vacation...

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:39:45 GMT

Jessica from Newark, TX shares her Basset Hound with us...

Jake loves to go on vacation every summer with his family to a dog friendly beach in Texas...

Jun 6, charlie my best friend

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:28:43 GMT

We got our Basset when he was 10 weeks old from a breeder in Bradford. I have always wanted one from I was a child when a friend had one who I loved.