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Basset Hounds have an excellent sense of smell that is better than the Bloodhound.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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The Basset Hound breed originated in
- France
- Belgium
- Switzerland
- Germany
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What does the word “Basset” in Basset Hound translate to?
- Rather low
- Scent tracker
- Slow runner
- Long ears
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The word "Basset" comes from the French word bas, which means "low," combined with the suffix *-et* to mean "rather low." So the name literally describes the breed's most obvious feature—its short legs. Despite standing under 15 inches tall at the shoulder, Basset Hounds weigh between 40 and 80 pounds, making them a medium-to-large dog in a low-slung package. </div>
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Basset Hounds make great swimmers.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Basset Hounds are not good swimmers. While their wide, fleshy paws have webbing between the toes, those paws serve other purposes: acting like snowshoes to keep them from sinking into mud, helping them dig for burrowing prey, and supporting their heavy-boned bodies while tracking. But being webbed does not make them good swimmers. Their long, low bodies and heavy heads make it hard to keep their noses above water, and their short legs tire out fast from pedaling. Unlike retrievers, most Bassets have no natural swimming instinct and many actively dislike water. So never assume a Basset can swim safely—shallow water only, and always supervise! </div>
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What is the specific form of canine dwarfism seen in Basset Hounds called?
- Achondroplasia
- Chondrodystrophy
- Osteogenesis imperfecta
- Hip dysplasia
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Basset Hounds have a specific form of canine dwarfism traditionally called achondroplasia or osteochondrodysplastic growth, which stops cartilage from hardening properly into bone in their limbs. This causes shortened, curved forelegs and hindlegs while leaving the head, body, and internal organs at a normal, large-dog scale. While traditionally labeled achondroplasia, scientific studies show Basset Hounds don't carry the exact human-associated FGFR-3 gene mutations, so they're classified more broadly under osteochondrodysplasia due to primary cartilage growth plate defects. This unique structure was selectively bred to keep the dogs low to the ground so hunters could follow them easily on foot while they tracked scents. </div>
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Basset hounds have an even temperament, are very loyal and great with children.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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What is the name of the type of epilepsy that occurs in Basset Hounds?
- Idiopathic epilepsy
- Lafora disease
- Cluster seizures
- Status epilepticus
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Lafora disease in Basset Hounds is an inherited, progressive myoclonic epilepsy that typically appears around 5 to 7 years of age. It's caused by a genetic mutation that disrupts normal glycogen metabolism, leading to a toxic buildup of abnormal glycogen clumps called Lafora bodies in the brain and nervous system. Symptoms include quick, involuntary backward jerking of the head (myoclonus), jaw smacking, panic-like episodes, sensitivity to sudden sounds or flickering lights, and progression to partial or generalized seizures. It can also cause loss of balance, impaired vision, and urinary incontinence. </div>
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Where did the Basset Hound rank in easiness to train out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?
- 117
- 124
- 110
- 99
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the C-BARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania—a large study on the temperament of over 300 dog breeds—the Basset Hound ranked 117th out of 124 breeds in easiness to train. That's one of the lowest rankings, meaning Bassets are not the easiest breed to train. One big reason? They also rank very high in stubbornness! Bassets were bred as scent hounds to follow trails independently, so they're used to making their own decisions rather than eagerly obeying commands. They're smart dogs—but their stubborn, nose-driven nature means training takes patience, consistency, and plenty of treats. </div>
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According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Basset Hound rank in working/obedience intelligence?
- 71
- 50
- 90
- 121
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the landmark book entitled "The Intelligence of Dogs" by professor Stanley Coren, the Basset Hound was ranked as the 71st out of 130 dog breeds in canine intelligence. Essentially, this means a Basset Hound will learn and obey new commands between 80-100 repetitions. In contrast, the brightest breeds will learn and obey commands in 5 repetitions or fewer! </div>
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As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Basset Hounds?
- 9.1 mph
- 14 mph
- 17.1 mph
- 20 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The American Kennel Club Conducts Running Trials called the FastCat each December in Orlando, FL. In these 100 yard races, the Basset Hound has an average running speed of of a little over 14 mph. The fastest recorded speed was by a dog named Paris of Creekside at 21 mph. </div>
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Which of the following is NOT a genetic health condition seen in Basset Hounds?
- MPS1 (Mucopolysaccharidosis)
- Thrombopathia
- Lafora Disease
- Cardiac Mistranology
Question of
In recent genetic research on the development of modern dog breeds, which of the following does NOT share common DNA with the Basset Hound?
- Bloodhound
- Beagle
- Otterhound
- Bulldog

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Basset Hound Dog Breed Quiz

Basset Hounds have an excellent sense of smell that is better than the Bloodhound.

The Basset Hound breed originated in

What does the word “Basset” in Basset Hound translate to?

Basset Hounds make great swimmers.

What is the specific form of canine dwarfism seen in Basset Hounds called?

Basset hounds have an even temperament, are very loyal and great with children.

What is the name of the type of epilepsy that occurs in Basset Hounds?

Where did the Basset Hound rank in easiness to train out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?

According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Basset Hound rank in working/obedience intelligence?

As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Basset Hounds?

Which of the following is NOT a genetic health condition seen in Basset Hounds?

In recent genetic research on the development of modern dog breeds, which of the following does NOT share common DNA with the Basset Hound?

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