A new baby in the house is one of the top three reasons dogs are re-homed; scary statistics for those of us who love our pets. With our baby due in a matter of weeks and two unsuspecting Bassets, I sought the help of Aileen Stevenson from the Perfect Puppy Company who has some great tips… Read More Dogs and a new baby – tips for a smooth introduction
Meet Darcey aged three and Dexter aged four our two Basset Hounds. If you’re thinking of getting a dog read this first. It might just dispel a few myths about this infuriating breed you just can’t help but fall in love with. They are not lazy The notion of a sleepy Basset Hound who hates… Read More Meet the Bassets
Every year it seems the fireworks start earlier and earlier and if you have a pet it is no fun. Our Basset Hounds are at opposite ends of the spectrum when it comes to coping with fireworks. One is totally terrified and the other sleeps through the whole thing. Darcey on the right is completely… Read More How to help your dog this bonfire night
A year ago today we did a 300 mile round trip to pick up our new dog from a rescue centre – a four year old Basset Hound named Dexter. Dexter was going to be a new friend for our current Basset Hound, a partner in crime to our 11-year-old-son and a fabulous addition to… Read More Why we refused to give up on Dexter
