Cecil Creek Kennel - Jeff And Jean Wathen

Cecil Creek Kennel of Jeff and Jean Wathen, Basset hounds in Leonardtown, MD, serves Southern Maryland near Annapolis. They follow American Kennel Club standards, maintain detailed pedigree records and conduct regular health screenings for hips and eyes. They participate in regional breed club gatherings, swapping insights on temperament and health benchmarks with fellow enthusiasts. Puppies live under the family’s roof, receiving daily handling, crate training, and supervised outdoor play in a secure yard.

Early neurological stimulation techniques are woven into each litter’s first weeks, encouraging robust immune responses and confident behavior. Families often comment on the breed’s signature curiosity and affectionate nature, noting ease of training and adaptability to varied lifestyles. They are grounded in a respect for the breed’s hunting heritage, balancing scent work exercises with relaxed family routines. They offer ongoing guidance on nutrition and developmental milestones to help families nurture well-adjusted adults.