ADDITIONAL BLOODHOUND PICTURES
Family: Scenthound
Breed Group: Hound, AKC Hound
Origin: Belgium and England
Date of Origin: Ancient
Originally used for: Hunting
Used today: Law enforcement, sporting, companion
Other Name(s): St. Hubert's Hound, Chien de St. Hubert
History of the Breed: The breed can be traced back to the the 3rd century it has been described in writings throughout history as a dog
unrivaled for its scenting powers and determination to stay on the trail until the quarry was located. The famed St. Hubert's bloodline of the 8th
century were the first bloodhounds imported to England. In the 12th century, the English elite were at the forefront of fostering the development
of the breed for use in packs in hunting on horseback. This dog we know today as the Bloodhound looks very much like the dog of the 12th century.
Bloodhounds have done well in America and have proven to be an important asset to law enforcement.
General Appearance: The Bloodhound has a large head with a wrinkled face and pronounced lips and throat giving him a solemn expression.
The eyes are deep sunken and the lids form a diamond shape. The skin may pull the lower eyelids down giving that "morning after" look. The ears
are very large and soft and hang low. The neck is long, allowing the hound to follow a trail with his nose to the ground without tiring. The shoulders
are quite muscular and sloped back with good angulations front and rear. The chest is deep and has well sprung ribs. The feet are
well knuckled and the coat is hard and short.
Height & Weight:
Height 23-27 Inches
Weight 80-110 Pounds
Coat: The skin is thin to the touch and extremely loose, this being more especially noticeable about the head and neck, where it hangs
in deep folds.
Color: Black and tan, liver and tan, red.
Grooming needs: Low, never have to be bathed, should be brushed often. Bloodhounds have a distinctive doggy odor, which is offensive to
some people.
Temperament of Breed: Very loyal companions, and if separated from their masters for long periods of time are known to mourn and stop
feeding as a sign of distress. Affectionate, gentle, and even-tempered, they make excellent family pets
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes
Exercise Level: Medium
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Hip dysplasia, bloat
Minor: Ear infections
Life Expectancy: 10-12 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 45
First Registered by the AKC: 1885
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
The American Bloodhound Club (ABC)
National Police Bloodhound Association
Law Enforcement Bloodhound Association (LEBA)
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