Bebasset Bordeaux

To determine the history of the Bebasset Bordeaux, you have to look at the histories of the parent breeds. The Basset Hound originated in France in the 1500s and was used for hunting rabbits and other small game. They are thought to be ancestors of the Basset d’Artois, Basset Normand, and other hounds with short legs. The reason for the Basset Hound’s short legs was to make a scent hound that was slow enough to follow. Some say that they were bred with the Bloodhound as well to make them larger. The breed was accepted by the American Kennel Club in 1935 where it is the 39^th most popular breed of dog. The Beagle started out in England in the early 1800s as a rabbit hunter like the Basset Hound. They are thought to have one of the best noses and is also one of the most laid back and friendly. The Beagle is related to the North Country Beagle, the Talbot Hound, Southern Hound, and maybe even the Harrier. According to reports, the Beagle is an ancestor to the hunting packs that used to hunt deer as well. The famous Charlie Brown dog, Snoopy, was a Beagle and made this breed quite famous. In fact, the American Kennel Club has accepted them since 1885 and they are the 5^th most popular breed in America. The Dogue de Bordeaux is a giant French dog that was commonly known as the French Mastiff or Bordeaux Bulldog. Made famous in 1989 as the costar in the movie Turner and Hooch with Tom Hanks, this breed has actually been around since the middle ages when they were used for fighting, guarding, and hunting. They were part of the ancient breed of Molossus dogs that includes Pugs, St. Bernards, and Mastiffs but their history is still quite mysterious. The Dogue de Bordeaux is the 63^rd most popular breed of dog in America and has been recognized by the American Kennel Club since 2008.