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| Our beloved Basset died yesterday - 15 years old | 1.5 years ago | Basset Hound |
| PERRO SIN PELO DEL PERU | 11.8 years ago | Basset Hound |
| mating check - not working for me | 12.2 years ago | Basset Hound |
| Difficult with updating and or registering a Basset Hound pedigree | 12.6 years ago | Basset Hound |
| Problems with updating pedigree information | 12.6 years ago | Basset Hound |
| Basset Hound | 13.3 years ago | Basset Hound |
| Basset Hound Puppies | 13.4 years ago | Basset Hound |
| Puppies for sale | 13.5 years ago | Basset Hound |
| Fixes to the website | 16.3 years ago | Basset Hound |
Male basset born on 19/03/2008 in France.
So you have made the decision to get a dog. Perhaps you had a bad experience once before with a dog who you thought was cute or friendly, but then when you got him home he turned out to be a holy terror, and the whole thing turned into a nightmare. Even if you have never had such a bad experience, the fact remains that choosing a pet is a life-changing decision, and it is one that takes a lot of thought and research.
Food, shelter, exercise and regular visits to the veterinarian are all a part of the basic care package that accompanies dog ownership. However, there is one more important aspect of proper canine care that must not be forgotten or neglected, and that is grooming. In order for a dog to stay clean and healthy, proper hygiene must be maintained, and given that dogs can do little more than lick themselves to remove the occasional annoying substance, grooming of your animal is your responsibility.
When you decide to get a dog, you are doing so with the expectation that your new canine companion is going to be with you for many years to come. But how many years, exactly? This is something that all prospective pet owners would like to know. The average lifespan for a dog is about 12 years, but this fact by itself tells you very little. In reality, there are a number of variables that will help determine how long the newest member of your family is likely to be with you.
