Among the most appealing of the AKC breeds, the endearing and instantly recognizable Basset Hound is a perennial favorite of dog lovers all over the world. This low-slung and low-key hound can be sometimes stubborn, but is always charming.

Smart, courageous and determined, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a serious hunter, easily adaptable to different types of game and terrain. It is equally an excellent companion dog, being cheerful, intelligent and eager to please.

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a vivacious small French hunting hound known for a happy demeanor and durable constitution. Bred to work in a pack, PBGVs enjoy company and do well with other dogs and kids.

The Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen is a French scenthound. Somewhat active and never high-strung, yet GBGVs are busy dogs who don’t tire easily.

It is generally acknowledged that the first Basset Hounds came to America from France. George Washington's friend Lafayette sent him hounds for pack hunting in America, and these hounds were probably the so-called Old Virginia Bench-Legged Beagles. Other imports in the early nineteenth century were obtained from France, but some also came from British packs [...]

Bassett Hound Field Trials are exciting and a lot fun for the hound and huntsman. These events date back to the 1930's. Basset field trials are designed and conducted for the purpose of selecting those hounds that display sound quality and ability to the best advantage. Shortly after the formation of the Basset Hound Club [...]

Most people know a Basset Hound’s distinct look—soulful but droopy eyes, long, floppy ears, and a low-to-the-ground body that moves at a snail’s pace. What you might not know is that they’re also quite stubborn and possess superior scenting abilities – both of which make them incredible hunters! In fact, their innate [...]

Basset Hounds must be at least six months of age to compete. Basset Hounds registered with the AKC, full or limited registration, are eligible to participate in AKC Basset Hound Field Trials. Basset Hounds recorded with the Purebred Alternative Listing Program/Indefinite Listing Privilege (PAL/ILP) are not eligible to participate. Basset Hounds with Conditional [...]

By Teresa Ralenkotter KasKade Rhythm of the Rain, CD, RE, OAJ, NJP, CA Call name: Rain -- DOB: 10-10-00 Owners: Teresa and Eleanor Ralenkotter, Robert Eugene McDonald Breeder: Robert Eugene McDonald Rain has always been an athletic Basset Hound, successfully competing in agility, obedience, and rally. However, when the all-breed Coursing Ability Test was [...]

Since 1937 Basset Hounds have competed in AKC field trials. To become a part of that history your first step is to decide which type of field trial you wish to compete in. There are Brace, Small Pack Option, Large Pack and Gundog Brace field trials. Brace trials, the oldest type of AKC Basset Hound field [...]

By AKC Field Representative Jim Odle Bassett Hound Field Trials are exciting and a lot fun for the hound and huntsman. These events date back to the 1930's. Basset field trials are designed and conducted for the purpose of selecting those hounds that display sound quality and ability to the best advantage. Shortly after the [...]

An Introduction to Bassett Hound Field Trials by AKC Field Representative Jim Odle Just An Old Trophy by Doug Ljungren and Dan Hoke Introducing the Hunting Test - A Performance Event by Thad Makowski, BHCA Hunt Test Chairman

LATEST RULE CHANGES Tracking Collars Permitted (February 2022) Up To Four Trials Per Year (December 2020) Different Colored Collars for SP/LP (July 2020)   RULEBOOK Field Trial Rules and Standard Procedures for Basset Hounds

The spotlight shines on two hounds that are proving their breed can do it all, including Agility! Basset Hounds, Gus and Wylie, love the sport and running on their Freshman Agility League teams in New York, where they deliver super performances. Their owner, Brooke says it is not true that Bassets are sleepy, laid-back dogs [...]

All the forms and resources your club needs to host AKC Basset Hound Field Trials:   Basset Field Trial Event Forms Other Forms and Publications Event Application Junior Handler Certification Event Secretary Report Memo: Junior Handler Basset Field Trial Judges Book Cover Procedural Checklist for Event Committee Basset Hound Field Trial Report Page Dealing With [...]

In compliance with PCI regulations, the American Kennel Club (AKC) no longer accepts credit card information on paper forms. Please submit payment by check, money order, or complete your transaction securely online. Click below to see downloadable resources for each sport: Agility CAT Conformation Earthdog Fast CAT Basset Hound Field Trials Beagle Field Trials Dachshunds [...]

All Dogs Can Enjoy Coursing! The Joy of the Chase by Carol Chittum New Event for the Wrinkled Sight Hounds -- Dogue de Bordeaux by Gale Bandsma Having a WONDERFUL Time With Their Dogs First Basset Hound to Earn CAT Title! by Teresa Ralenkotter Terv Scores an AKC First! by Debbie Eldredge. Reprinted from the [...]

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Select each link below to view the materials [accordion] [accordion_panel title="Claudia Orlandi's Bio"] Claudia Orlandi has been involved in the dog fancy for over 60 years and has successfully bred Basset Hounds for over 35 years under the Topsfield prefix. She is dedicated to preservation breeding and to producing champion dogs for the bench and [...]

In its ongoing pursuit to recognize outstanding members of the fancy, The American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards were created and first awarded in 1999 to honor our very best. The purpose of the awards is to celebrate those individuals whose many years of dedication have led to significant contributions to our sport on a national [...]