Astuto Basset Hounds

Astuto Basset Hounds is a Basset hound breeder in Milan, Tennessee, in West Tennessee near Memphis. Christy Astuto maintains membership in regional and national hound clubs and follows recommended health testing protocols for hip, eye and spinal conditions common to the breed. Puppies are raised inside the family home and socialized daily with children and visitors, enjoying quiet car rides and supervised playtime outdoors.

The kennel sits on a rural property with access to shaded runs and grassy play areas, reflecting a focus on natural comfort and regular exercise routines that include leash walks and scent games. Christy values the breed’s distinctive voice and affectionate nature, shaping each litter’s temperament through early enrichment exercises and puppy social clubs. Parents are selected from bloodlines noted for calm dispositions and sound structure. Owners noting calm introductions often praise the gentle disposition of these basset hounds in reviews.