Bloodhound
Highly regarded for his superior scenting ability, the Bloodhound is often referred to as the greatest tracking breed. His skill is such that he can follow a scent, indiscernible to other dogs, for long distances, even when the trail is several days old.
The Bloodhound is the largest and most powerful hound, admired for his formidable strength and persistence when working. He first became popular in England where his friendly, gentle nature belied his size.
Origin
The Bloodhound’s history stretches back to the time of William the Conqueror and the Norman invasion in 1066 when dogs were brought to the island kingdom. He can probably count the St Hubert Hound of France as an ancestor, a breed claimed to be a descendant of the dogs bred by the patron saint of dogs.
Although his name suggests a gory past, the Bloodhound is not a hunter of prey nor an attacker. A noble dog, his name can be equated to his quality as a “pure blood”. In the early 1900s, the Bloodhound vvas frequently used to help police track down criminals and runaways.
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General Appearance
The Bloodhound wears a dignified expression accentuated by his reserved manner, noble head and medium size eyes, which are neither sunken nor prominent. He is a powerful looking breed, muscular and strongly built, with an easy swinging gait that enables him to move with care for long periods.
His long, narrow head is accompanied by thin loose skin that falls in ridges and folds, especially over the forehead and cheeks. He has long, low set, thin ears that are soft to touch and fall in graceful folds. The Bloodhound’s long neck helps give him a majestic bearing. Coat colours are black and tan, liver and tan (red and tan) and red.
Size
Males up to 66 cm
Females up to 61 cm
Weight
Males 41kg
Females 36 kg.
Temperment
The Bloodhound’s dignified and solemn expression sometimes hides his affectionate nature. He can be a little reserved and sensitive but delights in being with those he knows well and other dogs.
Care and Grooming
Being a big and heavy breed, the Bloodhound needs plenty of daily exercise. His short, dense and smooth weatherproof coat should be regularly groomed with a hound glove.
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