Breed Guide
Basset Hound: Pet-to-Human Weight Comparison
This is a visualization tool. Human comparisons use the standard adult healthy BMI range (18.5–24.9) based on the height you enter. Estimated Body Condition Score (BCS) is based on percent above or below the breed’s healthy range.
Pet-to-Human Weight Calculator
Tip: Bassets are low-slung and heavy-boned. A small change on the scale can mean a big change for joints and mobility, so BCS matters.
Please select sex and enter a valid dog weight and height.
Estimated weight range based on breed standards:
Dog status:
Estimated Body Condition Score (BCS):
Human healthy weight range at (BMI 18.5–24.9):
How this comparison works:
The calculator uses standard adult BMI (18.5–24.9) to determine a healthy human weight range for the entered height, then applies the same percentage above or within that range as your pet’s weight relative to its healthy range.
Estimated Body Condition Score (BCS) uses whole numbers only:
within healthy range ≈ 5;
0–<5% under ≈ 4; 5–<10% under ≈ 3; 10–<20% under ≈ 2; ≥20% under ≈ 1;
0–<20% over ≈ 6; 20–<25% over ≈ 7; 25–<30% over ≈ 8; ≥30% over ≈ 9.
Confirm with APOP body condition charts and your veterinary team.
Typical Breed Ranges (Starting Point Only)
Female Basset Hound
Height: 11–14 in (28–36 cm)
Weight: 40–55 lb (18–25 kg)
Male Basset Hound
Height: 11–14 in (28–36 cm)
Weight: 45–65 lb (20–29.5 kg)
Breed-specific note:
With short legs and a long back, keeping Bassets lean helps reduce strain on joints and spine. Use waist and rib feel to confirm.
These ranges reflect common breed references and are not health targets. Body condition and lean mass matter more than scale weight.
How to Check Body Condition at Home
The number on the scale doesn’t tell the whole story. This quick check helps you spot changes early and decide when to check in with your veterinary team.
60-second home check
- ✓Ribs: You can feel them easily with light pressure.
- ✓Waist: From above, there’s a gentle narrowing behind the ribs.
- ✓Tummy tuck: From the side, the belly rises slightly toward the back legs.
If ribs are hard to find, the waist disappears, or the belly hangs straight down, your dog may be carrying extra body fat.
Feeding tips that make a difference
- ✓Measure meals. Use a measuring cup or kitchen scale.
- ✓Limit treats. Aim for treats under 10% of daily calories.
- ✓Recheck regularly. Monitor weight and body condition every 2–4 weeks.
Not sure? Your veterinary team can confirm body condition score and help set safe, realistic goals for your dog.