Articles — Basset Hound

  Basset Hound Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1935 Lifespan: 12 – 13 years Size: Large Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 36” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Table of Contents Introduction Breed Appearance Nutrition Grooming Exercise Pet Crate Size More Information Introduction Do your ears hang low?  Do they wobble to and fro?  The popular kid’s song certainly describes the Basset Hound because...his do.  This long-eared, sad-eyed dog breed was made famous by a cartoon character named Droopy and became further adored for being the model for Hush Puppy brand shoes, this lazy long dog...