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owning a basset hound is like having a
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living breathing cartoon character in
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your home these dogs have a personality
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that's as big as their floppy years and
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as Charming as their droopy faces but
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before you rush out to adopt one of
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these lovable loafs let's break down the
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12 pros and cons of owning a basset
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hound trust me it'll be an eye opener
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pros of owning a basset hound adorable
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appearance let's start with the obvious
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their looks basset hounds are the poster
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dogs for cute those long ears sad eyes
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and Droopy JS could melt the heart of
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even the most hardened individual you'll
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find yourself saying a woo more times
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than you can count familyfriendly nature
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these dogs are known for their gentle
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disposition they're great with kids and
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other pets making them perfect family
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companions they're like that laid-back
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Uncle who just wants to chill with the
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kids while they play low maintenance
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grooming if you're not into spending
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hours grooming your dog basset hounds or
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your paws their short coats require
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minimal upkeep which means less time
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brushing and more time lounging on the
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couch with your new best friend
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easygoing attitude basset hounds have a
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relaxed demeanor that makes them ideal
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for families who enjoy a laid-back
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lifestyle they're not hyperactive they'd
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rather lounge around than run marathons
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if you're looking for a dog that matches
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your Netflix binge watching habits look
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further affectionate companions these
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dogs are known for their loving nature
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they'll snuggle up to you on the couch
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and offer endless affection you might
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even find them following you around the
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house like a shadow albeit a slow moving
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one good sense of humor basset hounds
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have an innate ability to entertain with
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their goofy Antics whether it's getting
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stuck in a doorway or giving you those
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I'm not guilty eyes after stealing food
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off the counter they'll keep you
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laughing cons of owning a basset hound
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stubbornness now let's talk about that
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stubborn streak basset hounds are known
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for having minds of their own training
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can be a challenge because they often
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decide that following commands is
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optional good luck getting them to come
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when they're on the scent of something
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interesting health issues like many
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breeds basset hounds come with their
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share of health concerns they can suffer
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from obesity hip dysplasia and ear
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infections due to their floppy ears
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you'll need to keep an eye on their
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weight and make regular vet visits part
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of your routine drooling yes drooling is
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part of the package if you're not
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prepared for the puddles of slobber that
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will inevitably end up on your floor you
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might want to reconsider this breed it's
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like having a leaky faucet in your house
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just one that loves you
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unconditionally potty training
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challenges potty training a basset hound
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can feel like trying to teach a cat to
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fetch frustrating they tend to be slow
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Learners in this department so patience
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is key if you want to avoid stepping in
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surprises around the house weight
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management with their love for food and
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propensity to lounge around basset
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hounds can easily become overweight this
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can lead to serious health issues down
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the line so managing their diet is
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crucial you'll need to resist those
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puppy dog eyes begging for
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treats limited exercise needs while they
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do need exercise it's not like they're
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going to run marathons with you a
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leisurely walk will fight just don't
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expect them to keep Pace if they catch a
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whiff of something interesting along the
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way they'll happily follow that scent
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Trail until it leads them into trouble
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conclusion so there you have it the
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delightful yet challenging world of
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owning a basset hound they bring joy
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laughter and unconditional love into
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your life but also come with quirks that
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require patience and understanding if
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you're ready for a loyal companion who
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will make every day an adventure albeit
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at a snail's pace then welcome This
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Charming breed into your home owning a
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BAS at Hound is like being part of an
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ongoing comedy show where the star is
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always looking for snacks and napping
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spots just remember life with one of
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these lovable goofballs will never be
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dull unless they decide it's nap time
