| The Bloodhound Dog Breed
Other Name: Chien de Saint-Hubert
Country of Origin: The Bloodhound originated in
Belgium.
Height: Male Bloodhounds range from 25 inches to
27 inches. Female Bloodhounds range from 23 inches to 25
inches.
Weight: Male Bloodhounds range from 90 to 110
pounds. Female Bloodhounds range from 80 to 100 pounds.
Description: The Bloodhound is a large and
powerful dog breed with wrinkled skin and drooping ears. A
gentle dog breed, the Bloodhound does well with children and
family pets. The |
Bloodhound is considered the best scent
tracker of all the dog breeds and is used in many police
investigations. The Bloodhound is in the Hound group.
Colors: Bloodhounds are typically black and tan, red and
tan or all tan.
Coat: Bloodhounds have short and smooth coats that
require periodic brushing.
Temperament: The Bloodhound is an affectionate and
gentle dog breed who gets along well with children. Devoted
and protective, the Bloodhound makes a good watchdog.
Health Concerns: The Bloodhound is susceptible to
hip dysplasia, ear infections, entropion and gastric
torsion. |
Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of the
Bloodhound is 7-10 years.
Living Environment: Bloodhounds love to hunt and
track and they do best living in the country in a house with
a fenced yard. The Bloodhound will do okay living in an
apartment as long as it gets sufficient amounts of exercise.
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