Hudson's Hounds
Meet the breeder
I'm Penelope H., the breeder behind Hudson's Hounds located in Hernando, MS. We are Penelope and Derek Hudson. We have two daughters, Hallie Grace & Harper. We are a Basset Hound obsessed family located in Hernando, Mississippi. We are NOT full-time breeders. We typically only have 1 litter every 2 or 3 years. Hudson's Hounds is our family passion project.
Q. & A. with Penelope
Why did you start breeding?
We are not full-time breeders. We are a Basset Hound obsessed family. We have owned atleast one, but usually 3 or 4, AKC and/or CKC Bassets since 2005. We only breed once every 2 or 3 years. Hudson's Hounds is our family passion project.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include lemon and white, red and white, black and brown, and black brown and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Penelope
Penelope 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
“The price includes the AKC and/or CKC Registration documents, first round of vaccinations, deworming, shot record, complete linage documents on sire & dam, and puppy socialization. Most deposits are non-refundable but we do refund based on unusual circumstances. For example, if someone puts a deposit down on a litter still in gestation for a male and no male is spawned.”
Contract & health guarantee
Penelope 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 Penelope 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 Penelope 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 Penelope.
Breeder's location
Meet in Hernando, MS
749 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Memphis Airport
742 miles away
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Meet in Nashville, TN
547 miles away
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More about Penelope
Penelope has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Penelope was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Penelope’s links
Penelope is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hudson's Hounds 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 health testing
Excellent level
Hudson's Hounds 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.
Gonioscopy
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
DNA Disease Panel, Thrombopathia, Basset Hound Type, Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease, X-Linked, Basset Hound Type (XSCID), 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).
