The Masters of Basset Hounds Association was formed in 1912 exclusively with the Hunting Basset in mind. Prior to the Hunting Act of 2004 nearly all connoisseurs agreed that hunting the hare with a pack of Basset hounds represented the finest form of venery. They say that nothing quite matched the persistency; the tenacity at holding the line, the deeper scenting abilities and the cry of a pack of Basset hounds on a good day.
Most member packs of the Masters of Basset Hounds Association enter hounds at the Festival of Hounds. The Association also carries out kennel inspections for member packs in the UK and represents them at the Council of Hunting Associations.
Contact for the Masters of Basset Hounds: Hon Secretary Jackie Barrett – jackie.barrett123197@btinternet.com
Festival of Hounds 