Basset Hound Club of AmericaFounded 1933, Incorporated 1935, AKC Member Since 1937
Artwork reprinted from Tally-Ho back issue
Bassets in the Show Ring
Not every Basset Hound is a show dog. The show dog has the qualities described in the AKC Standard that most closely resemble that written description. The dog show judge by his awarding of championship points affirms that particular exhibits do indeed have those qualities.
We invite you to check out the photos of our Nationals winners, read and study the standard for our breed as well as read the articles that further explain and interpret the standard. If you have never been to a dog show we have provided an overview of the format. You should also read the AKC rules and regulations that govern AKC dog shows.
The following articles are used in BHCA educational materials for judges and exhibitors
to help
in the understanding of our breed.
A Look At the Basset: by Dr. Leonard Skolnick - Dr Skolnick was a respected life member of BHCA and AKC judge of Basset Hounds. He was active in both conformation and field trialing.
What Every Prospective Basset Hound Judge Should Know: by Andrea McE Field - Mrs. Field is a respected judge of Basset Hounds and a life member of BHCA.