Bloodhound

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The Bloodhound is a powerful dog that stands over more ground than is usual with hounds of other breeds. He skin is thin to the touch and extremely lose. He is powerful, yet graceful. The Bloodhound is good with children and other animals with his gentle nature. He has a tenancy to drool, but is otherwise a very clean dog. He has an outstanding ability as a scent hound, superior to other hound, which has made him very useful in police investigations.

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Weight: 80 - 90 lbs

Height: 23 - 27 inches

Colors: Black and tan, liver (red) and tan, or red

Coat: Smooth, short and weatherproof.

Temperment: Bloodhounds are determined, responsive, gentle, affectionate, sensitive

With Children: Good with Children

With Pets: Yes, aggressive only if on a scent

Watch-dog: High

Guard-dog: Low

Care and Training: Bloodhounds short coat requires a rub down with a wet towel several times a week. Toenails need weekly clipping. Care should be taken to keep their ears clean. The Bloodhound requires daily exercise.

Learning Rate: Medium - Low

Activity: Indoors: Low, Outdoors: High

Living Environment: The edge of a national forest with no neighbors within earshot. Loves the hunt, a big family and other bloodhounds.

Health Issues: Inverted eyelids, bloat, hip dysplasia.

Life Span: 9 - 11 years

Litter Size: 7 - 8

Country of Origin: Belgium

History: The Bloodhound is one of the oldest hound breeds. Their ancestry can be traced to the eight century Belgium. Bloodhounds were brought to Britain by William the Conqueror in 1066. Their name comes from the English blue bloods who helped nurture the breed. Special Skills: Hound, tracking dog, family pet. First Registered by the AKC: 1885, AKC Group: Hound, Class: Hound, Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 6), KC (GB), UKC

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