Bloodhound
Hound Group
Height at Shoulders
Females 23-25 in, Males 25-27 in
Weight
Females 80-100 lbs, Males 90-110 lbs
Life Expectancy
10-12 yrs
History
The origins of the Bloodhound are a bit unclear, although it is likely that a text dating back to the 3rd century describing a dog with unrivaled scenting powers may be referencing the Bloodhound's ancestors. The modern Bloodhound was refined in western Europe about 1,000 years ago, bred to have an unmatchable "cold nose", or ability to follow a scent trail days or even weeks old. The Catholic Church was mostly responsible for the Bloodhound's development, as most monasteries in England and France were well-funded and kept kennels. The name "Bloodhound" comes from the term "blooded", or "from aristocratic blood".
Breed Characteristics
While not all Bloodhounds share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Energy Level
Sensitivity
Noise Level
Prey Drive
Shedding
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Intelligence
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Affection Towards Family
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Friendliness Towards Strangers
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Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
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Exercise Needs
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Noise Level
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Shedding
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Common Traits
Kind, gentle, and affectionate
Too friendly to be a guard dog, but can be vocal when excited
Love to chew and potentially swallow anything and everything
Very stubborn and need firm, consistent, but kind training using positive reinforcement
Known to wander and become oblivious to their surroundings once they catch a scent, which can lead them straight into traffic
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