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When the weather is warm, I have a dry fit one that fits around the ears. I had made it though, so I have idea where to get one. Our dogs definitely slow down in warm weather tho, so it’s easier to keep them clean.
Yes! This is the one we have! It’s silicone, which makes it easy to clean. And when it’s empty, the dogs like to pick it up and shake it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XLENZ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_QZK95KSB5Y6FQX4CZ4HH
Try this!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037Z6VK8
My basset hound had a terrible skin infection like that he would scratch at until he bled. This worked wonders - just use it like a regular shampoo every few days and leave it on the coat to soak in for a few minutes, then wash off. It definitely works. Plus it's pretty cheap.
Here! He still only uses them occasionally but we’re trying to encourage him to use them to get down at least. Worried about his back long term if he keeps jumping from so high :(
Zinus Easy Pet Stairs, Sand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DNLCW6W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PHYMFb5N74STJ
Agreed. We've had good luck with these foam ramps next to the couch and bed: http://www.amazon.com/Snoozer-Scalloped-Ramp-Large-Camel/dp/B006QC1G9U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1441925948&sr=8-3&keywords=pet+ramp+foam
This is the best harness for a basset ever. It doesn’t rub and is the perfect fit https://www.amazon.com/Chais-Choice-Outdoor-Adventure-Harness/dp/B00URW5D0I?pd_rd_w=4GJbN&content-id=amzn1.sym.fea327c4-5fbe-469f-b9dd-c809442d925d&pf_rd_p=fea327c4-5fbe-469f-b9dd-c809442d925d&pf_rd_r=62TTXCKH6WRYY2J98X14&pd_rd_wg=...
I use Synacore 3x a week, can buy it on amazon. Good results with it. https://www.amazon.com/BEEK-Synacore-Digestive-Support-30-Pack/dp/B004Y5AXGS/ref=sxts_rp_s_1_0?content-id=amzn1.sym.bf03c8c5-442d-4e66-a4e5-38dc35df3a45%3Aamzn1.sym.bf03c8c5-442d-4e66-a4e5-38dc35df3a45&cv_ct_cx=synacore&keywords=synacore&a...
I just bought one of these for my 5 month old (who is inicidentially bording on 40 lbs).
Seems nice and sturdy, and it's USA-made which is a nice plus.
Cat poop, yes. We got some of these to keep our hound out of the room we're the litter box is.
Try these two things. Been using them on both our bassets and they help a lot. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L7231DY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_XKKNPM5SMXVJP6YG67RT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCWFT5D/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_MBPNTKE2SMTQC78GWW0X
I've been dealing with head shaking for months now. It's not a very urgent thing, but you should call the vet because it might be a long road. It might be an early sign of food allergies (even if her digestion has been good). Is her belly red? Does she chew her paws? does she have eye goop in the mornings? All of those could be other signs of allergies. They might still be seasonal allergies, but seasonal allergies are less common (not impossible) in the winter because most things aren't germinating.
When all of this started for us, the vet put a strong ear cleanser called Claro in his ears and told me not to put anything else in them for a month. When the head shaking didn't stop, he went on Zyrtec (Costco brand - name brand Zyrtec is like 20x more expensive). The head shaking still didn't stop, so we went on an elimination diet. The head shaking kinda-sorta got a little bit better, but then his digestion deteriorated for which he's had three fecal tests in 4 months. Now we're getting set to do a blood test to see if there's another reason why his digestion may have gotten bad.
His momma also has itchy ears, so the breeder suggested VetOrganics EcoEars. It's pretty good at removing the itch. The Zymox with hydrocortisone should only be used for short stints because it's a corticosteroid and could lead to kidney problems. There is a Zymox without the hydrocortisone that can be used for longer.
My dogs have brushed against my mounted cat scratchers a few times. They're a bit too coarse for their liking, but something like this could be a good starting point
In my basset hounds later years, moving about was becoming difficult but feeding her this helped. So I would suggest looking at Flips diet. See what can change that would be best for him. Good luck.
Honestly..Amazon
I believe it, they just can’t get enough of it!
FYI: Kong makes a great tube of peanut butter which is super simple to squirt in there (Highly Recommended)
Here is the mat we got her btw. Inexpensive, seems well enough made (she isn't super destructive with things, not sure how it'd hold up to a super chewy pup) and she really likes it.
100% not sponsored/affiliated, just in case someone was curious. There are others on Amazon as well if you just look for 'snuffle mat'!
I bought this because she used to pull. But now she doesn't pull and I never used it that way lol.
-get them used to ears being touched and cleaned early!
-hand feed or pet them during some of their meals. Bassets can be food aggressive/prone to resource guarding. They also eat way too fast (or at least mine do) so consider a slow feeder bowl in the near future.
-it’s not uncommon that they have sensitive stomachs. My 5 month old girl has GERD. Since we got her we’ve fed three meals per day rather than two. She will literally vomit stomach acid if it’s been too long in between meals
-SCENT. GAMES. I bought these and hid treats under at least half of them after scattering them around the house. Be careful doing this too often because they figure out how to lift up the cone pretty quick.
-they can be stubborn but if you bribe them with treats from the start, they’ll be more open to listening to you
-when it comes to potty training or learning commands, a see a lot of people (not necessarily on here but definitely on facebook) throw up their hands and not really try because bassets have a reputation for being stubborn. My advice: train them like you would a lab or retriever, like any other dog. They might be a bit slow on the uptake at first but don’t just throw in the towel because they’re a basset hound.
Oh, this is great news! I knew it would be a benign tumor, I got a nail clipper, but my girl has black nails, so I got a battery operated filer, it does wonders, here's the link to the one I have https://www.amazon.com/Oster-Gentle-Paws-Premium-Grinder/dp/B002JM0DOA
We use these ear wipe pads
PPP Pet Aroma Care 100 Count Ear Wipes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CFI2ULW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_16uzFb8WG4AK0
They’re nice because you can wrap them around your finger a bit. Our basset gets excited when we pull them out because it’s also a good ear scratch
This is what we use. Squirt it in and kind of massage it and let them shake it out once every other week or so.
Vet Solutions Ear Cleansing Solution (16 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000O5I5X0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fCuzFbPBSHTCK
We have this one from Amazon for our almost fourteen year old girl and she loves it.
Pecute® Fashion Pet Dog Cat UV... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OJYQZXE?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf but they’re unavailable now :( they’re great though, the go under his chin and around the back. Gotta say though, he’s not a huge fan of them and we just wear them for photo ops, but they’re on nice and snug (adjustable) and from what I can tell he can see just fine.
This is where I get them on Amazon and I love them, they would work great for keeping their ears clean, but these two would never keep them on.
I couldn't find it (we only used it 3 times, I think, so it's probably buried in one of our closets), but it was something like this one: link. You can probably check with your vet if there's a brand that they recommend.
Carly gets a new Kong Wuba every Christmas https://www.amazon.com/KONG-Wubba-Extra-Large-Colors/dp/B000MD58UM/ref=sr_1_11?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1480555387&sr=1-11&keywords=kong+dog+toys
Too tight? Bassethound necks are pretty hard to find a good collar that won't come off.
We use one like this.
this is what I have for my basset mix. It attaches is the front, so she does walk over it sometimes, but for walking, its fantastic. The harness squeezes her front legs together when she pulls, so its a great deterrence.