The Basset Hound

The Basset is a "short-legged hunting hound, originally bred in France to flush out game. After the Bloodhound, it has the most highly developed sense of smell among dogs. Bassets have long bodies and long floppy ears. The short coat is generally tan and white." *

Size from 12-15 inches at shoulder
Weight between 25-50 pounds

* from Oxford Family Encyclopedia

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