WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

This is the beginning of the second part of Bonnie's Story. She became very ill and in this episode I describe what we did to save her. It was a very expensive experience.

I also provide some advice as to how you could possibly afford such a situation as well as a possible way to avoid trouble.

My Standard Myth deals with the overall looks of males vs females.

I also suggest some AKC articles. (see below for links)

New Puppy Checklist
LINK: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/puppy-information/new-puppy-checklist/

New Puppy Owner Questions
 LINK: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/new-puppy-owner-questions/

Is Your Dog Stubborn?
LINK: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/is-your-dog-stubborn/

Questions from the Internet:
Please remember to ask questions. I’d much rather answer questions from my listeners. There’s a page on our woebgonbassets.com website where you can either record a question or send one by email.

Music
“Do Your Ears Hang Low”
By Trygve Larsen or “Nesrality” available royalty free from Pixabay.

This video and all material contained therein is Copyrighted© by Donald Bullock all All Rights Reserved. It cannot be edited, copied, printed or rebroadcasted in part or in full without his expressed written permission.

We attempted our first breeding between Mandy and Moose. As I explain in the podcast, things didn’t go well. You’ll discover that breeding isn’t as easy as some think.

In this episode I explain why Pam and I decided to become breeders of basset hounds. It’s not for the reasons that many of you think.

T-shirts and a custom mug are available through our website http://www.woebgonbassets.com

To help you out with asking questions I've decided to provide my email address to you here. It's donbullock@woebgonbassets.com. The YouTube Comments have been opened up as well. They will remain open unless I start receiving inappropriate or fraudulent or SPAM comments or ads for bassets.  I don't have time to constantly delete inappropriate comments as I have to do on other places on the Internet.

Music

“Do Your Ears Hang Low”

By Trygve Larsen or “Nesrality” available royalty free from Pixabay.

This podcast and all material contained therein is Copyrighted© by Donald Bullock all All Rights Reserved. It cannot be edited, copied, printed or rebroadcasted in part or in full without his expressed written permission.

In this episode I share Chili's story and the health issue of glaucoma in basset hounds. Yes, Chili is a basset that developed glaucoma. His story includes how he and and we coped with his loss of eyesight. Since glaucoma is prevalent in the breed I'm also including information on the disease. It's information that all Bassett hound owners should know about.

Since I encouraged everyone to attend some dog shows in Episode 3 I give ideas on what to expect and do at dog shows in this episode. They are great places to meet other basset hound owners, breeders and, more importantly, see beautiful examples of the breed. I've explained when it's best to approach those who are showing their bassets at a show as well as other tips when you attend a show.

The issue of bites in basset hounds is also discussed. While this isn't a big problem for those who own bassets it is important information. The bite of your basset hound may be why the breeder was willing to sell him or her.

Important Internet Links for this Episode

A Bit on Bites: Judging Canine Dentition 

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/sports/bites-judging-canine-dentition/

The Basset Hound Club of America Main Health Information Page

https://basset-bhca.org/about-bassets/health-research/

The Basset Hound Club of America Glaucoma in Basset Hounds Veterinary health video seminar

https://basset-bhca.org/about-bassets/health-research/glaucoma-in-basset-hounds-veterinary-health-video-seminar/

This is Episode 3 of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast, Finding a Good Breeder. In this episode I share how we found our first reputable/responsible basset hound breeder, Attending dogs shows, The beginning of bassets and dog shows. some AKC News, answering a listener's questions and more.

Website Sources:
Woebgon Bassets- http://www.woebgonbassets.com
Basset Hound Club of America- http://www.basset-bhca.org


Pam and I had no idea how to find a good breeder. Remember this was long before the Internet. All that was available was newspapers and magazines. We decided that perhaps attending a dog show was a good place to start our search. In this episode I talk about that experience.

I also present the beginning of bassets and dog shows. Both are extremely important to our breed. They introduce where basset hounds came from.

The terms "Championship Bloodlines" and "French Bassets" are often touted by basset hound breeders and owners. I explain the origins of these term and why they aren't important factors in basset hounds.

There's also some AKC news about disaster relief trailers and I answer a listener's questions.

Please remember to ask questions. I’d much rather answer questions from my listeners. There’s a page on our woebgonbassets.com website where you can either record a question or send one by email.

Dog Show Superintendents:
Jack Bradshaw: http://www.jbradshaw.com
Infordog: https://www.infodog.com
Jack Onofrio: http://www.onofrio.com
List of Dog Show Superintendents:  
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/resources/superintendents/

Music
“Do Your Ears Hang Low”
By Trygve Larsen or “Nesrality” available royalty free from Pixabay.

This video and all material contained therein is Copyrighted© by Donald Bullock all All Rights Reserved. It cannot be edited, copied, printed or rebroadcasted in part or in full without his expressed written permission.

WOEBGON the basset hound Podcast is for anyone to owns or loves basset hounds.  In episode 2 I talk about our basset, Lucy, European vs American Bassets, A newly discovered disease in basset hounds AKC news, information on basset hound rescue, a listener's questions and more.

Website Sources:
Woebgon Bassets- http://www.woebgonbassets.com
Basset Hound Club of America- http://www.basset-bhca.org

I’ve owned basset hounds for over 45 years. In this podcast I share my experiences and important information about our breed.


Personal Story:
The story of our first, and only pet store dog, Lucy

Lucy was our very first puppy. She taught us a lot about raising puppies, the AKC Standard for Basset Hounds and why it’s important, She was a wonderful girl and a very important member of our family.


OH!!!!! And yes our kennel name and the name of this podcast harken back to the Woebegone in Lucy’s name.


History Of Basset Hounds:
I’ve already covered some information on the History of the Breed and the AKC Standard in my discussion of Lucy so I thought I’d do something different this time.

I’ll just combine the some historical information in my Standard Myths segment, the term European bassets. This is a term that many Internet breeders today to sell their bassets.

AKC News:

2023 marks AKC GoodDog Helpline’s tenth  anniversary. This is a service designed to assist people with issues or behavior problems they have with dogs of all ages that is offered through the American Kennel Club (AKC).


Plus more about the AKC including the reasons for Parent Clubs such as the Basset Hound Club of America, Stud books, pedigrees, AKC Championships, Grand Championships and some other AKC. What to expect from a reputable/responsible breeder in regards to the AKC, and more.


- Basset Hound Health Segment -

Since I’ve mentioned how important pedigrees are especially in preventing inherited traits I thought I’d talk about a recently discovered inherited disease in basset hounds. This disease is called Lafora. It manifests itself in seizures starting around ages 5 to 7 and eventually develops into a form of epilepsy. While the disease was first discovered in basset hounds very recently in Europe further research has shown that it is also present in American bred basset hounds. 

For specific, up to date information on Lafora go to the website of the Basset Hound Club of America (basset-bhca.cog).



Special Segment:
Some very misleading information I found recently on the Internet that I thought people should know.


Basset Hound Rescue Segment -

The Basset Hound Club of America has a list of BHCA Recognized Basset Hound Rescue Groups listed under rescue on their website. They also have some good information regarding basset hound rescue and their views on what constitutes a reputable rescue group. Check it out.

Questions from the Internet:

Since I didn’t receive any questions from listeners I selected two that I found recently on the Internet that I felt fit into this podcast episode.

Please remember to ask questions. I’d much rather answer questions from my listeners. There’s a page on our woebgonbassets.com website where you can either record a question or send one by email.

Music
“Do Your Ears Hang Low”
By Trygve Larsen or “Nesrality” available royalty free from Pixabay.

Episode 1 of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast

Title: Our First Dogs

Episode Outline:

Our first dogs-

Our first dog and our first basset hound, Maggie. Both were “rescued” from the same local animal shelter about one year apart.

Where basset hounds originated-

In this section I cover the first mention of a basset or low set hound. This included some information on the origins of what was later to become the basset hound breed we know today.

My discussion of the AKC Standard for Basset Hounds and a segment I call Standard Myths-

I cover the importance of the established Standards for basset hounds world wide and why they are important for all breeders and even pet owners.

In my Standard Myths segment I cover why the breed called basset hounds are considered to have originated in England, not France.

A great source for health information on basset hounds-

In this section I explain why knowing about the health issues with bassets is important and where to go for accurate, updated information. I also explain why we can know far more about health issues of purebred dogs that this of mixed breeds and why the statement that mixed breeds are healthier is simply not true.

A Listener’s Questions-

Question related to an issue with basset hounds that the listener found on the Internet.

A question that I couldn’t answer regarding how bassets get along with cats. If anyone can answer this from experience please let me know. I’ll pass it along.

Why our Woebgon Bassets website is still on the Internet-

It contains a lot of information on basset hounds, Reputable/responsible breeders and we can brag about the dog show wins of our basset hounds. BTW - just a reminder that we are no longer breeding basset hounds.

Our support of basset hound rescue-

As fans of the breed we feel it is important for us to support basset hound rescue efforts. We do so through our local basset hound club and direct donations to an outstanding rescue organization.

AKC News-

An outstanding free streaming service provided by the AKC that I highly recommend. One specific series I recommend is called Good Dog TV.

My “Dog Quote” for the episode-

Each episode of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast will end with an appropriate quote. For viewers, each quote will include a photo of one of our basset hounds.

What’s coming-

In episode 2 of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast I’ll talk about our one and only pet store basset, Lucy, the differences between European and American Bassets, a recently discovered serious health issue in basset hounds, an example of inaccurate information I found recently on the Internet and more.

Show Notes-
Please remember that the show notes for each episode along with photographs used in the video version are available under Podcasts on our website (http://www.woebgonbassets.com)

Please let your friends who love basset hounds know about WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast. 

Thank you all for listening.

Website Sources:
Woebgon Bassets- http://www.woebgonbassets.com
Basset Hound Club of America- http://www.basset-bhca.org

Music
“Do Your Ears Hang Low”
By Trygve Larsen or “Nesrality” available royalty free from Pixabay.

This is a podcast titled Woebgon the Basset Hound Podcast researched and produced by longtime basset hound owner, Don Bullock.

In this episode I introduce myself, including my background with basset hounds. In addition I layout what I plan to cover in future episodes. 

If you have any questions about basset hounds please visit the Podcast section on our website - http://www.woebgonbassets.com. You can either record a question or submit one by email. I'll try to answer as many questions as possible on future episodes of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast.


Show Notes-
Please remember that the show notes for each episode along with photographs used in the video version are available under Podcasts on our website (http://www.woebgonbassets.com)

Please let your friends who love basset hounds know about WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast. 

Thank you all for listening.

Website Sources:
Woebgon Bassets- http://www.woebgonbassets.com
Basset Hound Club of America- http://www.basset-bhca.org

Music
“Do Your Ears Hang Low”
By Trygve Larsen or “Nesrality” available royalty free from Pixabay.

We added a puppy from Moose to our pack. I also introduce the concept behind the first competitive dog shows and how they developed. Someone asked why their basset hound has longer legs than most others. Those stories and more in this episode of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast.

In this episode I share what techniques scammers use to hook people. I also include true examples of people who have been scammed. Fortunately these people have either contacted a local news organization or the Better Business Bureau with their stories. They were willing to admit that they fell for a scam.

Internet fraud is rampent. Scammers will do anything they can think of to get your money. I’ve concentrated on puppy scams but have also included examples from rescue. Scammers don’t care who’s contacting them or anything about them. All they care for is scamming people out of their hard earned money.

Getting a dog from anyone is a highly emotional experience. People lose sense of reality and fall for these scams. They are also greatly hurt emotionally. That’s why it’s important to share this episode or at least the information to others. The more we share the fewer people will suffer from these scams.

Woebgon Bassets website:
woebgonbassets.com
Email:
donbullock@woebgonbassets.com

Basset Hound Club of America Website:
basset-BHCA.org

There is a website, PetScams.com, that lists alleged scammer’s websites. Unfortunately, due to the large number of these websites, they do not include rescue or Social Media suspected scams.
http://www.petscams.com

Online puppy scams: How to protect yourself against fake online dog breeders
HTTPS://youtu.be/O1HufKMDEoI?si=fTp9HKbLkQJIdgph

Potential dog owners fall prey to fake breeder websites
HTTPS://youtu.be/yLsUenYyWtk?si=2h_QGJ6r5S88aE2S

Beware of puppy scams in San Diego County
HTTPS://youtu.be/UurWc_axu2s?si=zSDUAKWeaFM5eAfQ 


Education about our breed is a key to avoiding any of these scams. That’s one reason I decided to create this podcast. Your goal should be to know more about basset hounds than the scammers. do. That’s your best protection in this and many others of getting and caring for your basset.

A future episode of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast will concentrate solely on rescue both legitimate groups and those that aren’t. It’s become a big business in many countries.

While I’m using a fraudulent breeder website as an example there are also fraudulent rescue websites. In this episode of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast I’ll be sharing how to spot one of these websites. I use an actual alleged puppy scammer’s website as an example.

I need to make sure to say all this is alleged. In our country people are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

In this episode I share ways to spot websites created by fraudulent breeders and rescue groups on the Internet.

There is a website, http://www.petscams.com, that lists alleged scammer’s websites. Unfortunately, due to the large number of these websites, they do not include rescue or Social Media suspected scams.

News Programs on Puppy Scams:

Online puppy scams: How to protect yourself against fake online dog breeders
LINK: https://youtu.be/O1HufKMDEoI?si=ARXNfXm9pi7aN2NA




Beware of puppy scams in San Diego County
LINK: https://youtu.be/UurWc_axu2s?si=TIvrfqXvLfs41aPv


Education about our breed is a key to avoiding any of these scams. That’s one reason I decided to create this podcast. Your goal should be to know more about basset hounds than the scammers. do. That’s your best protection in this and many others of getting and caring for your basset.

A future episode of WOEBGON the Basset Hound Podcast will concentrate solely on rescue both legitimate groups and those that aren’t. It’s become a big business in many countries.

Episode 11 of the podcast will provide more on Internet fraud. I’ll be sharing why people fall for these scams and provide actual examples of cases where people were scammed.