This is from the Basset Hound Breed Standard on the AKC site.
"The ears are extremely long, low set, and when drawn forward, fold well over the end of the nose. They are velvety in texture, hanging in loose folds with the ends curling slightly inward. They are set far back on the head at the base of the skull and, in repose, appear to be set on the neck. A high set or flat ear is a serious fault."
Bubba was sold for "Pet Quality" because his ears were set a little to far forward on his head. They just barely overlapped at the end of his nose. Both of his parents were show champions.
Just curious where is your starting and ending point when you measure their ears??
[ January 26, 2006, 07:05 PM: Message edited by: BubbaLeroy ]