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Which is better for a kid a husky or Bassett hound? ?
I have a little boy that I'm getting a puppy whish is better husky or Bassett hound
12 Answers
- 2 months ago
on depend on your son age .because such toddlers ages 6 year old not good with big dogs and small dogs because some times dogs can become mean and aggressive toward little children if the dogs is not train will and never been raise by human before .you need to take a risk for your child in case your boy get bitten or attack by a dog . so it better not get a husky because they do not get along with children i know i had did some researched online they do not get along with younger children. more get along to adult kids . plus they shed alot of hairs and not easily to be train if you leave the dog at home alone the dog will trash your whole house and get into your trash cans and drink into your toilet and chew on your pretty slippers and eat and chew on your son favors toys and ect. they do not stay still with leashes. so its better choice different dogs that does good along with younger kids and aren't so aggressive and easily to be train and doesnt care if your son play and get push over by the dog . but as for basset hound isnt too bad . they more friendly and they like kids any ages but make sure you dont leave your son with the dog during the dog eating time .because you need to teach your son not to take foods and hit or hold too tied on the dog because might hurt the dog . and basset hound does grool if you dont mind about it then that best dog to get.
- ?Lv 72 months ago
Without knowing a lot more about your circumstances, age of your child, accommodation, time available for the puppy, finances and so on, I can't recommend either. They are two TOTALLY different breeds too, so IF you are serious with this question (there have been others!) why not by appointment go visit a reputable breeder and ask all the questions you need answered. And just know Basset only has one T. In the meantime, do your own research about each breed - there's a ton of free information if you search.
I refused to sell a BH puppy to people with kids of under 5, and also not if nobody was going to be at home during the working week. The Basset is a social pack animal and in the absence of a canine pack, their humans become their pack. One of the most cruel things anybody can do is leave a BH at home alone for long hours. Even the 'best practice' time left at home alone (4 hours) is too long for this breed.
- LorraineLv 72 months ago
You don't say how old the kid is but presumably you would be the one taking the dogs for walks and caring for it and there is a HUGE difference between the amount of exercise these two breeds needs and the amount of training. Have you got several hours a day to be out running with a Husky... if not, there's your answer.
No 'kid' should be in charge of a dog whether it's in the home or outside. Great that kids learn to handle and raise a dog and help with everything involved with the dog for sure but a dog is not 'for' a kid.
- The TruthseekerLv 72 months ago
Bassett Hounds are considered very friendly and have excellent temperament. Huskies are ok too, but between the two, you need to pick the basset; it is safer with an infant.
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- Anonymous2 months ago
Huskies are very high maintenance and need lots of exercise. Basset Hounds are lovable. I'd go with the BH.
- TKLv 72 months ago
Those are very different breed temperaments. Either one can live well with a trained boy and a watchful parent. Since the dog will be part of your family for the next 12-15 years, you should be choosing a breed that will fit your household.
Write down what you want from a dog - companionship, active jogger or fetcher.
How much grooming can you do? Weekly brushing, daily combing, monthly trip to the groomer.
How much noise can you have? Lots of yapping, howls or baying, some barks, rarely makes noise.
How much can you devote to training after the basic obedience? Daily skills sharpening or occasional practice.
How active should the dog be? Run an agility course every day, have a good daily walk or two, play catch in the living room.
A husky (Siberian or Malamute) and a Bassett Hound will be on opposite ends of those spectrums.
Once you know what you need, then read about the breeds on AKC.org
- bluebonnetgrannyLv 72 months ago
Definitely not the Husky. This breed needs an experienced, stern owner. Not a good dog for a first time dog owner or a child.
- Anonymous2 months ago
Basset Hound is the best