Red Fern Hounds

Red Fern Hounds is a basset hound breeder in Foresthill, CA, Placer County and the Sierra Nevada foothills near Sacramento. The kennel has been welcoming basset hounds for over fifteen years, maintaining American Kennel Club registration and comprehensive OFA health screenings. Every puppy is raised in a family environment, enjoying daily interaction, indoor comfort and regular gentle exercise around wooded trails. All adults live under one roof, allowing early socialization with children, cats and visiting guests to build confidence and balanced behavior.

The Foresthill property borders open meadows and oak groves, giving puppies a calm setting and enriching nature exposure. Breeding lines include champions and valued therapy dogs, reflecting a commitment to sound temperament over show ribbons. Recent owners praise the puppies’ steady temperament and warmth, noting gentle housetraining guidance and ongoing breeder support. Owner and founder Kathy Shawl brings a background in canine behavior to each litter, ensuring personalized care through every stage of development.