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The Bloodhound is a large, massive, powerful dog breed with loose, wrinkled skin and drooping ears. It stands over more ground than is usual with hounds of other breeds. Its skin is thin and extremely loose. The Bloodhound is a gentle dog breed; it does well with children and family pets. Its expression is noble and dignified. This dog breed has an outstanding ability as a scent hound, superior to other hound, which has made the Bloodhound very useful in police investigations. Its back is extraordinarily strong for the dog's size. Its powerful shoulders allow the dog to work for long hours without a break. It has a tenancy to drool, but is otherwise a very clean dog. The Bloodhound is determined, responsive, gentle, affectionate, and sensitive. This is a kind, patient, noble, mild-mannered and lovable dog. It makes an excellent companion to children. It is very energetic outdoors and boisterous when young. This breed tends towards willfulness; it needs firm, but gentle obedience training. The Bloodhound becomes devoted to its master and gets along well with people. The Bloodhound can live in harmony with other dogs and household pets. It has a tendency to howl, snore, and drool. It may sniff inappropriately or wander off on the trail of an interesting scent. The Bloodhound is able to follow any scent, even human, which is a rare ability in a dog. This breed has been said to successfully follow trails over 100 hours old. The Bloodhound is so determined that it has been known to stay with the trail for over 100 miles. This breed is used worldwide for rescue and criminal searches. The Bloodhound's evidence is admissible in the court of law. The Bloodhound cannot be walked off leash, when it gets on a scent it flees; its instinct drives it to find the end of the trail.

Bloodhound

Life expectancy: 9 - 11 Years
Color: black and tan, liver and tan, and red.
Eyes: deeply sunk with lozenge or diamond-shaped lids, deep hazel to yellow color
Coat type: Smooth, short and weatherproof.
Size: Males: 25-27 inches; females: 23-25 inches
Health issues: Inverted eyelids, bloat, hip dysplasia.



 
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