The Basset Hound was originally used as a hunting dog. In the 1970s, however, he gained increasing popularity and was declared a fashion dog.
FCI Group 6: Hounds, Scenthounds and Related Breeds, Section 1: Hounds, 1.3 Small Hounds, with working trial
Country of origin: Great Britain
FCI standard number: 121
Height at the withers: 33-38 cm
Weight: 25-35kg
Use: Hound, the family dog