Out West Bassets
- Willcox, AZ
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle K., the breeder behind Out West Bassets located in Willcox, AZ. We breed for long ears and lots of wrinkles! Our Basset puppies are healthy and ready to be your lifelong companion. We devote our time energy and efforts to each litter making sure our puppies are properly socialized from the moment they are born.
Q. & A. with Michelle
Why did you start breeding?
Silly antics, luxurious winkles, and velvet ears! We want to preserve the breed and share these beautiful dogs with others who will love them as much as we do.What makes your program special?
We want you to have the best experience possible when you buy a puppy from us! We work every day to make sure our customers will have the best experience possible and the happiest puppies available!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Orange
Went homeMale
Yellow
Went homeMale
Cream
Went homeMale
Light Green
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Michelle partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“As we get to know our puppy families, we will help them choose the perfect pup for their family. ”
Price
“All our puppies are microchipped, wormed, vet checked and had first vaccinations at time of pickup. I will handle the entire registration process with AKC. Your puppy will be ready to go to their forever home with their custom "Out West" swag bag, filled with a few goodies and essentials so you can get off to a good start. When you place a deposit you will have a basset puppy reserved in your name from our next available litter. The deposit goes to the total cost of the puppy. The deposit is non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.
Breeder's location
Meet in Willcox, AZ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tucson Airport
More about Michelle
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Out West Bassets 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
Lita, mom
Basset Hound
About Lita
Lita is the queen of her castle! She loves to be pampered and air conditioning is a must (we agree Lita). She is sweet and affectionate and lets the zoomies loose several times a day.
Colt, dad
Basset Hound
About Colt
Colt is a beautiful AKC Champion with a silly side. He is always ready for snuggles and a good time. Colt also enjoys rolling around in his bed and howling a little bit before he says goodnight.
Carson, dad
Basset Hound
About Carson
Carson is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michelle decided to make him part of their program. Michelle 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.
Belle, mom
Basset Hound
About Belle
Belle is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Ruby, mom
Basset Hound
About Ruby
Ruby is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Cora Belle, mom
Basset Hound
About Cora Belle
Cora Belle is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Fred, dad
Basset Hound
About Fred
Fred is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michelle decided to make him part of their program. Michelle 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
Good level
Out West Bassets 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.
von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Lafora Disease (LD), Thrombopathia, Basset Hound Type, Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (ADAMST10 Exon 17)
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).
