OTHER NAMES: Blue Gascony Basset ORIGIN: France HEIGHT: 12-15 in. GROUP: Hound WEIGHT: 35-45 lbs. COA: Short and Smooth. COLOR: Tricolor; Body mostly White; Tan above eyes, on cheeks and underside of ears; Black head with few body spots. STANDARD: Head: Strong, with a well formed muzzle. Eyes: Large and dark. Ears: Very long, soft, cone shaped, and pointed at end. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Fairly long with slight dewlap. Topline: Level. Chest: Round, with sternum being clearly visible. Body: Firm back, and twice as long as it is high. Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are short and thick, with strong hocks that are only slightly bent. Feet: Large, with all the toes resting on the ground. Tail: Strong at the root and tapering towards the end. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.