I'm Kelly Z., the breeder behind Smokey Mtn Bassets located in Cleveland, TN. We are proud to say that we raise AKC champion line European Basset Hounds. We have selectively chosen our Basset Hounds from all over the world with exceptional qualities. Our bassets reign from some of the top kennels in Europe & in South America. You will not be disappointed in our bassets!
Q. & A. with Kelly
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Scarlett
Went home
Female
Simon
Went home
Male
Urban
Went home
Male
Usher
Went home
Male
Ugene
Went home
Male
Ulrica
Went home
Female
Uno
Went home
Male
Utah
Went home
Female
Ursula
Went home
Female
Una
Went home
Female
Upton
Went home
Male
Willow
Went home
Female
Wendy
Went home
Female
Winter
Went home
Female
Wonder
Went home
Female
Trixi
Went home
Female
Tigger
Went home
Male
Vince
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Violet
Went home
Female
Vale
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Vinny
Went home
Male
Vivi
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Kelly
Kelly has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
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 $2,500 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“All puppies will have had at least 2 vaccines, wormed bi weekly, microchipped and vet checked. We require a $500 deposit to hold the puppy of your choice. All deposits are non refundable but if you decide to wait it is transferable to another litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kelly 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 Kelly 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 Kelly directly.
Smokey Mtn 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
Blossom, mom
Basset Hound
About Blossom
Blossom is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelly decided to make her part of their program. Kelly 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.
Nova, mom
Basset Hound
About Nova
Nova is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelly decided to make her part of their program. Kelly 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.
Ivy, mom
Basset Hound
About Ivy
Ivy is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelly decided to make her part of their program. Kelly 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.
Gemma, mom
Basset Hound
About Gemma
Gemma is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelly decided to make her part of their program. Kelly 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.
Bacon, dad
Basset Hound
About Bacon
Bacon is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kelly decided to make him part of their program. Kelly 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.
Abby, mom
Basset Hound
About Abby
Abby is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelly decided to make her part of their program. Kelly 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.
Burger, dad
Basset Hound
About Burger
Burger is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kelly decided to make him part of their program. Kelly 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kelly to bring home their puppies.
Terry G.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
A puppy fills a place in your heart you never knew was empty.
I got the cutest, sweetest, smartest, most lovable pup you have ever seen from Smokey Mountain Bassets. He is a love bug! Kelly was so awesome and very reassuring through the entire process. She communicated with me every step of the way. She sent me a video of my puppy because I was apprehensive about putting a deposit on the dog. Best thing I ever did! I am dizzy in love! Thank you Kelly for my healthy happy pup!