The Complete Guide to Basset Hounds: Choosing, Raising, Feeding, Training, Exercising, and Loving Your New Basset Hound , (Hardcover)

Hardcover Edition is printed in FULL COLOR!

Find out the answers to your most pressing questions about Basset Hounds, such as:

• Is a Basset Hound the right breed for my lifestyle?
• What should I expect from a Basset breeder or rescue group?
• How do I prepare my home for a curious, nose-driven pup?
• Which training methods are most effective for training Basset Hounds?

The Complete Guide to Basset Hounds is a treasure-trove of information about this distinctive breed of hound dog. Everything you need to help ensure that your friendly Basset Hound pup develops into a well-behaved, healthy, and confident canine companion can be found within these pages. From your first search for a breeder to your precious pooch's senior years, the indispensable knowledge compiled within will have you reaching for this extensive guidebook over and over again. This comprehensive book covers nearly every aspect of raising a Basset, including:

• The history of the Basset Hound
• The challenges of living with a scenthound
• Where to find a good Basset Hound breeder or rescue
• Choosing the right Basset Hound for you
• Preparing your home for a new dog-inside and out
• What to expect the first few days home
• The importance of rules and boundaries in the Basset's life
• Best practices for grooming your Basset Hound
• Diet and nutrition for the Basset Hound
• Dealing with separation anxiety and other problem behaviors
• Exercising and training your stubborn Basset Hound
• Breed-specific health and wellness information for all stages
• How to resist the Basset Hound's legendary "sad eyes"
• Caring for the aging Basset Hound

This exhaustive manual will give you all the tools you need to ensure your Basset Hound's health and happiness, from their first day with you until their last.