Hilliards Basset Hound Buddies

Shelley H.

Breeder of Basset Hounds

Meet the breeder

I'm Shelley H., the breeder behind Hilliards Basset Hound Buddies located in Abilene, TX. We have been owned by Bassets for the last 20+ years but have been breeding them since 2019. All of our Bassets are AKC registered with one of our Bassets, Charlie Boy Lee Hilliard CGC TKN, being UKC registered as well. I do compete in AKC and UKC shows.

Q. & A. with Shelley

Why did you start breeding?
We got into breeding because we love Bassets and want to ensure healthy puppies go to good, loving homes. We want other families to enjoy the love and companionship of a Basset. There really is no love like the love of a Basset. Their eyes, personalities, loyalty, goofy & quirky traits and pure, unconditional l love is something everyone should experience.
What makes your program special?
My dad was a Vietnam Veteran who dealt with PTSD & various medical issues due to his time in Vietnam. He fiercely loved my mom & when she passed away, he took care of her dog Sandy. Although Sandy wasn't a Basset, she was one of the reasons my dad got up every morning & continued to live. We want to pass that type of love & dedication to someone else like my dad so they can enjoy a bright spot.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown black and white, red and white, and black brown and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male

Getting a puppy from Shelley

Shelley has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price varies on the parents and their qualities as well as whether you are looking for limited registration (pet only) or full registration (breeding rights). Our non-refundable deposit is applied to the purchase price of your puppy. For example, if you purchase a $2,000 puppy & your deposit is $500 then your final amount due at pickup is $1,500.”

Contract & health guarantee

Shelley may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Shelley offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Shelley directly.

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What's included

- From Good Dog
  - Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
  - 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
  - Puppy Training Program & private community
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shelley.

Breeder's location

Meet in Abilene, TX

1337 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

Shelley can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Shelley

Club memberships
Shelley is a member of Concho Kennel Club and Basset Hound Club of America.
Shelley has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Shelley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Shelley’s links

Shelley is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Hilliards Basset Hound Buddies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

Toby, dad
Basset Hound
About Toby
Toby is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shelley decided to make him part of their program. Shelley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Holly, mom
Basset Hound
About Holly
Holly is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shelley decided to make her part of their program. Shelley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Hilliards Basset Hound Buddies reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Basset Hounds.

Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease, X-Linked, Basset Hound Type (XSCID), Lafora Disease (LD), Thrombopathia, Basset Hound Type, Primary Open Angle Glaucoma, Basset Hound Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).