Hello!

I'm new to the dog world, and am researching a few breeds that appear to fit my lifestyle. I'm especially interested in Basset Hounds, Dachshunds, and American Cocker Spaniels.

Can anyone tell me how any of these three breeds, in general, interact with cats and other household pets? I have four cats and a rabbit, so it's necessary that the dog be at least tolerant of them, and vise versa.

Any information is greatly appreciated!!!! Thanks!!!

Hello I_mcmillan.

Welcome to the Forum

Leigh

Thanks for the welcome! Nice to meet you. Do you have dog(s) then?

You are very welcome.  Nice to meet you to !

Yes, I have GSP's and a Bracco

I am afraid that I have no knowledge of the breeds that you are interested in, so will leave a reply to your question to people who do !

In the mean time maybe you might find our breed guide section of interest ?

Breed Guides

Leigh

As far as I know Dachshunds and American Cockers will get along with cats, don't know much about Bassets but have no reason to think they wont. If you are thinking of buying a puppy I don;t think you will have too much problem with any breed, as they should grow up knowing that the cats and the rabbit live there and have to be respected.

A few years ago I went to stay with my brother and family who at the time had two cats. The four dogs I had at the time were not used to cats and always tried to chase (although were not allowed to) if they saw a cat near my house, however on arriving at my brother's house they immediately accepted that the cats lived there and really paid them no attention at all (apart from the puppy who wanted to play). We had no trouble in all the time I stayed there.

If you start with a puppy I think you should get away with it, although not sure I would fancy the rabbits chances with a basset!

American cockers I beleive are okay with cats (depending upon socialisation etc). I know of a pair of Bassets that lived in complete harmony with one cat but I'm not sure about the breed as a whole.