Basset Hound Ideal weight range
18–27 kg
Basset Hounds have a documented genetic predisposition to obesity, requiring fewer calories to maintain a healthy weight than most comparable breeds. They are also chondrodystrophic, predisposed to disc weakness, and carry an inherited platelet function disorder that affects blood clotting. Every extra kilogram adds disproportionate stress to a spine already under chronic load from their long, low build, making precise portion control one of the most practical things an owner can do for this breed.
Your dog is more than a breed average.
A generic range is just a starting point. FitFido uses your dog's unique breed characteristics, age, body type, and activity level to calculate their target weight and construct a custom plan that adjusts as you progress.
Please note that a dog's ideal weight depends on many individual factors, including height, bone structure, and overall body condition.