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The Basset Bleu de Gascogne is a smaller Basset breed with a sweet personality, keen nose for hunting, and unique coat. Their coloring and expression may seem blue, but you’ll find these dogs to be happy, loving friends for the whole family. Full-grown, they typically weigh 35-40 pounds and stand 13-15 inches tall.

Basset Bleu de Gascognes are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. Basset Bleus are adaptable dogs that can live in urban or rural settings and love being around adults, children, and other dogs. They won’t warm up quite as quickly to cats but can learn to play nicely if they’re trained and socialized. They're relatively quiet and don't bark much.

The Basset Bleu de Gascogne is a hunter that’s used to tracking scents and working, so they need to be active each day. They enjoy walks, hikes, and being outdoors. If they don’t get enough exercise or interaction, the Basset Bleu is known to howl and make messes, so room to roam is paramount. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Basset Bleu de Gascogne’s coat makes it stand out from other Basset Hounds. They have short, smooth fur that’s mostly white with ticks that make it look bluish, along with brown spots and tan marks around their eyes and ears. Grooming these dogs is easy. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Basset Bleu de Gascognes are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. Basset Bleus are adaptable dogs that can live in urban or rural settings and love being around adults, children, and other dogs. These dogs are smaller than traditional Basset Hounds and don’t need as much space, but they still like having room to roam and explore the outdoors. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.