Basset Normand
The Basset Normand was a basset scenthound that was part of the Normand family of hounds. It is unknown how this type of dog was created, some have suggested they descend from other short-legged breeds such as Dachshunds or Cogis. Other experts believe that dwarfed scenthounds were the first bassets. The latter is the more preferred theory, however, their origin if further debated as to whether or not this occurred multiple times or if different breeds were simply crossed with existing bassets.
In the early 1900s local breeders combined the Basset Normand and the Basset d’Artois into a single breed, the Basset Artésien Normand. The two were said to be so similar that the only difference between them was the Basset d’Artois had straight legs and the Basset Normand’s were crooked.
In the early 1900s local breeders combined the Basset Normand and the Basset d’Artois into a single breed, the Basset Artésien Normand. The two were said to be so similar that the only difference between them was the Basset d’Artois had straight legs and the Basset Normand’s were crooked.
Basset Normand Facts
- low to the ground scenthound
- variety of colors
- smooth and wire coats
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