Absinthe Basset Hounds & Whippets

Absinthe Basset Hounds & Whippets is Brian Dofford-Johnson's AKC-registered program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, operating under the guiding principle of "quality before quantity." The program covers both basset hounds and whippets, with roots that trace back through decades of sighthound and hound experience, beginning with Afghan hounds in the show ring during the 1970s.

Each litter is carefully planned with breed preservation as the central goal, producing dogs that are sound in mind and body and capable of fulfilling the purpose their breed was developed for. Puppies are screened for several breed-specific genetic conditions, including Primary Open Angle Glaucoma, Basset Hound Thrombopathia, Mucopolysaccharidosis I, and Lafora disease. All dogs are registered with the AKC and come with certified pedigrees, and temperament is assessed using the Volhard testing method prior to placement.

The program uses a raw whole-prey diet rather than commercial kibble, a nutritional choice rooted in the belief that enzyme-rich food supports long-term health. Buyers of basset hound puppies in New Mexico from this kennel are required to join the Basset Hound Club of America for at least one year, reflecting a commitment to breed community that extends beyond the transaction itself. Dogs are raised as part of the household rather than in outdoor kennels or runs.

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