THE HOUND (BASSET).
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Origin.—Probably of French origin, yet closely allied to the dachshund, though larger and heavier in every particular.
Uses.—Having a very keen nose, is used for the general purposes of the smaller hounds, viz., for rabbits.
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Head.—Closely resembling the bloodhound’s; long, narrow, heavy flews; occiput prominent; forehead wrinkled to the eyes, which should be kind and show the haw. Teeth small, and theprotruding of the upper jaw isnota fault. Ears so long that in hunting the dog treads on them, set low, hang loose in folds, ends curl inward, thin and velvety.
Neck.—Powerful, with heavy dewlaps; elbowsmust notturn out; chest deep and full; body long and low.
Legs and Feet.—Fore legs short (about 4 inches), close-fitting to chest; massive paw, each toe standing out distinctly.
Stifles.—Well bent; quarters muscular, giving the dog a barrel-like shape and a peculiar waddling gait.
Stern.—Coarse underneath, and carried hound fashion, i.e., carried gaily.
Coat.—Short, smooth, fine, and glossy; skin loose and elastic.
Color.—Black, white and tan, with black patches on back; alsosometimeshare-pied.
Weight.—Thirty to forty-five pounds.