I have 2 Bassett hounds one is old 14 years needs an anti-inflammatory twice a day she can be a bit cranky at times but very rare, Suzy is 3 years old very loving doesn't know personal space. My house is fenced with a doggy door they are fine all day just need to be fed morning and evening would prefer to have someone stay the night with them or board them. They travel well but need to be on a leash.
They are hound dogs so if there is a scent in the air they are on it and will be gone.