How tall is a Basset Hound?

An adult Basset Hound stands about 13 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Basset Hound considered a small dog?

Yes — at 13" / 53 lb, the Basset Hound falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #180 tallest.

How does a Basset Hound compare to a person?

At 13" tall, a Basset Hound stands about 20% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Basset Hound Size Compared to a Person

A Basset Hound stands 13″ at the shoulder and weighs about 53 lb — that puts it at 20% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #180 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").

Basset Hound next to a person at scale — 13-inch shoulder height, 53 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Basset Hound at 13″ / 53 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Basset Hound compares

	Basset Hound	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	13″	64″	-51″
Weight	53 lb	135 lb	-82 lb

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About the Basset Hound

The Basset Hound is one of the most recognizable dog breeds in the world, beloved for its long droopy ears, soulful eyes, and comically short legs. Originally bred in France and Belgium for hunting rabbits and hare, the Basset was designed to be a slow, low-to-the-ground scent hound that hunters could follow on foot. The name "Basset" comes from the French word "bas" meaning low, perfectly describing this endearingly squat breed that stands just 11 to 15 inches tall while weighing a sturdy 40 to 65 pounds.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Basset Hound.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel — 13″ / 16 lb (same height)
Cavapoo — 13″ / 18 lb (same height)
Eskapoo — 13″ / 18 lb (same height)
Foxton — 13″ / 14 lb (same height)
Frengle — 13″ / 22 lb (same height)
Glen of Imaal Terrier — 13″ / 36 lb (same height)
Lowchen — 13″ / 15 lb (same height)
Miniature Poodle — 13″ / 13 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Basset Hound?: An adult Basset Hound stands about 13 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Basset Hound considered a small dog?: Yes — at 13" / 53 lb, the Basset Hound falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #180 tallest.
How does a Basset Hound compare to a person?: At 13" tall, a Basset Hound stands about 20% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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