Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Alert
Courageous
Bold
Loyal

Hush Bassets are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Plott Hounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Hush Bassets aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Plott Hounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Basset Hound and American Cocker Spaniel

Bloodhound, Cur, Hanoverian Schweisshunden

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Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
White
Red
Brown
Cream
Pied
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Brindle
Black

Hush Bassets have medium-length coats.

Plott Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Hush Basset can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Plott Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hush Bassets are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Plott Hounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Hush Basset breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Plott Hound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Gastric Torsion
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Gastric Torsion

Entropion
Ectropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Corneal Erosion
Glaucoma
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Bleeding Disorder

Hip Dysplasia

Blood Test
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skeletal Exam

Hip X-Rays

Hush Bassets are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Plott Hounds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Hush Basset has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Plott Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Hush Bassets need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Plott Hounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Hush Bassets have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Plott Hounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Hush Basset dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Plott Hounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playing Ball, Cuddles, Running, Walking, Snuggling, Loves walks

Chase, Explore, Tug-of-war, Run, Hunt, Walking, Hide & Seek, Cuddle, Walk, Fetch, Cuddling, Playdate, Go to Park, Bath time, Groom, Play

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Hush Basset, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Plott Hound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Hush Basset requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Plott Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Hush Basset should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Plott Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-65 pound (11 - 29 kg) Hush Basset feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 51-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Plott Hound feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Hush Basset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.50 per day.

The average cost of a Plott Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Hush Basset is between $50 - $76. This makes an average of $600 - $912 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Plott Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Hush Bassets are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Plott Hound has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Hush Bassets are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Plott Hound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Hush Bassets make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Plott Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Hush Bassets are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Plott Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Hush Bassets are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Plott Hounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Hush Bassets are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Plott Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Hush Bassets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Plott Hounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.