Bassador

The Bassador is a hybrid mix of two popular, well-loved dog breeds, the Basset Hound and the Labrador Retriever. Though this hybrid has been a popular choice for nearly twenty years, little documentation is currently available on the mix, and it is presently only recognized by the Dog Registry of America. As such, the history is limited and reviewing the histories of the parent breeds is necessary to understand the disposition and other character traits of the Bassador.
The Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog and was first developed in Canada to assist fisherman. Surprisingly, this breed nearly faced extinction in the 1880s when female Labradors were culled from litters in Canada due to the high tax rates. Thankfully, the Labrador was imported to England and America by this time and was gaining popularity as a hunting companion and retriever.
The Labrador’s happy, easy going disposition make him an ideal family dog who has stayed top dog in the US, Canada, and England for several decades. The Basset Hound was first developed a French curiosity among the aristocracy, but after the French Revolution, this breed became a popular choice among commoners for hunting. The common French folk were unable to hunt on horseback and needed a dog they could keep up with on foot. The short, sturdy legs of the Basset Hound were perfect for foot hunting.
The Basset Hound did not gain popularity in the United States until the 20th century, despite being brought over during Colonial times. The 1960s saw the introduction of the Hush Puppy, and the popularity of the Basset Hound only grew from there.