Basset Art

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>Do you know this breed?

Actually had one live around the corner from my grooming shop…she was very cute,and sweet. Although I did notice her propensity for chasing buses…LOL. Sorry not much info…kind of reminded me of a rusty red colored wire haired Basset hound. Very cute. Rachel

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Do you know this breed?

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> Do you know this breed?

From my Dog breed book.     This breed was specifically developed with short legs to be able to go through bushes and brambles. There are two varieties. The Artesien, bred in Flanders and the Norman bred in Artois; however, the differences between them are negligible.     It has a height of from 10 to 14 inches and weighs 33 lbs. Its body is twice as long as it is high. It’s head is dome-shaped and powerful with hairy cheeks and large dark eyes with an expression full of good will and melancholy. Its ears are very long, cone-shaped, soft and pointed. Neck: with slight dewlap. Chest: round, with clearly visible sternum. Tail: long, thick at the root, but narrowing progressively, carried with a sabre curve. Limbs: short, but not deformed. Coat: very short, bicolor (orange and white) or tricolor (orange, tan and white) PERSONALITY:    Courageous and headstrong in the hunt. Because of its good nature it is also raised as a companion dog. USES: Used for hunting foxes and hares, sometimes in company of larger hounds. When the larger dogs are unable to penetrate the brambles, the Artesien Normand is ready to throw itself decisively in to action. Like other bassets and terriers, it will go into the lair after its prey. — Shirley Deer Ridge http://www.deerridgerr.com

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