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Bloodhound
Group: 2- Hounds
Origin: The Ardenne region of central Europe, on the border of Belgium and France
Purpose: Bred for the specific purpose of tracking human beings
Description:
Best known of all the scent hounds, the Bloodhound, also referred to as the Chien de St. Hubert, has an incredible sense of smell. — Almost any court will accept the testimony of a Bloodhound's mantrailing results. The sad expression and long, low-set, droopy eared dog was first used to hunt stag, but he became legendary as the dog used to track down criminals, fugitives and lost people. Intelligent, responsive, determined, and persistent, the Bloodhound is a tireless tracker.
Breed Standards- Appearance:
The Bloodhound is very powerful, and stands over more ground than is usual with hounds of other breeds. 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. The expression is noble and dignified, and characterized
by solemnity, wisdom, and power.
Coat and Colour:
The colours are black and tan, red and tan, and tawny; the darker colours being sometimes interspersed with lighter or badger-coloured hair, and sometimes flecked with white. A small amount of white is permissible on chest, feet, and tip of stern.
Head: The head is narrow in proportion to its length, and long in proportion to the body, tapering but slightly from the temples to the end of the muzzle, thus (when viewed from above and in front) having the appearance of being flattened at the sides and of being nearly equal in width throughout its entire length. The foreface is long, deep, and of even width throughout, with square outline when seen in profile. The nostrils are large and open. In front the lips fall squarely, making a right angle with the upper line of the foreface; whilst behind they form deep hanging flews and, being continued into the pendant folds of loose skin about the neck, constitute the dewlap, which is very pronounced. The eyes are deeply sunk in the orbits, the lids assuming a lozenge or diamond shape, in consequence of the lower lids being dragged down and everted by the heavy flews. The eyes correspond with the general tone of colour of the animal, varying from deep hazel to yellow. The hazel colour is, however, to be preferred, although very seldom seen in red and tan hounds. The ears are thin and soft to the touch, extremely long, set very low, and fall in graceful folds, the lower parts curling inwards and backwards. The head is furnished with an amount of loose skin, which in nearly every position appears superabundant, but more particularly so when the head is carried low; the skin then falls into loose, pendulous ridges and folds, especially over the forehead and sides of the face.
Neck: The neck is long.
Forequarters: The shoulders are muscular and well sloped backwards. The forelegs are straight and large in bone, with elbows squarely set; the feet strong and well knuckled up.
Body: The ribs are well sprung; and the chest well let down between the forelegs, forming a deep keel. The back and loins are strong, the latter deep and slightly arched.
Hindquarters: The thighs and second thighs (gaskins) are very muscular; the hocks well bent and let down and squarely set.
Tail: The stern is long and tapering, and set on rather high, with a moderate amount of hair underneath.
Gait:
The gait is elastic, swinging and free, the stern being carried high, but not too much curled over the back.
Size:
Height: The mean average height of adult dogs is 26 inches (66 cm) and of adult bitches 24 inches (61 cm). Dogs usually vary from 25-27 inches (64-69 cm) and bitches from 23-25 inches (58-64 cm); but in either case, the greater height is to be preferred, provided that character and quality are also combined.
Weight: The mean average weight of adult dogs in fair condition is 90 lb. (41kg), and adult bitches 80 lb. (36 kg). Dogs attain the weight of 110 lb. (50 kg), bitches 100 lb. (45 kg). The greater weights are to be preferred, provided (as in the case of height) that quality and proportion are also combined.
Temperament:
This breed is a gentle dog who is nonetheless tireless in following a scent. Because of its strong tracking instinct, it can be willful and somewhat difficult to obedience train. However, with the proper amount of time, effort, and how well you treat it, this can be achieved easily.
Affectionate, gentle, and even-tempered describes a blood hound and they make excellent family pets but, like any large breed, require supervision when around small children because they will knock them over with their bulk. Bloodhounds are also characterized by a stubborn "whats-in-it-for-me?" temperament, a likely cause (in conjunction with their size and propensity for excessive drooling) for the high rate of bloodhounds given up for adoption once full-grown in comparison with other breeds.
Health:
Compared to other purebred dogs, bloodhounds have an unusually high rate of gastrointestinal ailments, with bloat being the most common type of gastrointestinal problem. They also have an unusually high incidence of eye, skin, and ear ailments. They also have the tendency to get overheated quickly. They are also prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and Epilepsy.
Average Lifespan:
Bloodhounds in a 2004 UK Kennel Club survey had a median longevity of 6.75 years, which makes them one of the shortest-lived of dog breeds. The oldest of the 82 deceased dogs in the UK survey died at 12.1 years. The leading cause of death was gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV = "bloat" or "torsion"), which killed 34% of dogs.
History:
The bloodhound was, according to legend, first bred ca. 1000 AD by monks at the St. Hubert Monastery in Belgium. Undoubtedly, its origins do reside in France, home of many of the modern hound breeds. Its excellent tracking skills were drawn on in breeding other scenthounds, such as the English Foxhound, American Foxhound, Coonhound, Swiss Jura Hound, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and many others.
It was not until about the 16th century that the Bloodhound was used to track man. They were regarded as large game hunters before then: deer, etc. Their testimony was so highly regarded that they had the legal right to follow a trail anywhere, including into homes. In 1898, Bloodhound breeders began to promote manhunting trials as sport. The Bloodhound began to come into its own in the United States toward the end of the 19th century, and the breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885, the same year that its smaller cousin, the Basset Hound, was recognized.
Sources:
Canada's Guide to Dogs
Canada's Guide to Dogs- 2
CKC
K9 Web
Breeder Retriever
Pictures:
Photobucket
Group: 2- Hounds
Origin: The Ardenne region of central Europe, on the border of Belgium and France
Purpose: Bred for the specific purpose of tracking human beings
Description:
Best known of all the scent hounds, the Bloodhound, also referred to as the Chien de St. Hubert, has an incredible sense of smell. — Almost any court will accept the testimony of a Bloodhound's mantrailing results. The sad expression and long, low-set, droopy eared dog was first used to hunt stag, but he became legendary as the dog used to track down criminals, fugitives and lost people. Intelligent, responsive, determined, and persistent, the Bloodhound is a tireless tracker.
Breed Standards- Appearance:
The Bloodhound is very powerful, and stands over more ground than is usual with hounds of other breeds. 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. The expression is noble and dignified, and characterized
by solemnity, wisdom, and power.
Coat and Colour:
The colours are black and tan, red and tan, and tawny; the darker colours being sometimes interspersed with lighter or badger-coloured hair, and sometimes flecked with white. A small amount of white is permissible on chest, feet, and tip of stern.
Head: The head is narrow in proportion to its length, and long in proportion to the body, tapering but slightly from the temples to the end of the muzzle, thus (when viewed from above and in front) having the appearance of being flattened at the sides and of being nearly equal in width throughout its entire length. The foreface is long, deep, and of even width throughout, with square outline when seen in profile. The nostrils are large and open. In front the lips fall squarely, making a right angle with the upper line of the foreface; whilst behind they form deep hanging flews and, being continued into the pendant folds of loose skin about the neck, constitute the dewlap, which is very pronounced. The eyes are deeply sunk in the orbits, the lids assuming a lozenge or diamond shape, in consequence of the lower lids being dragged down and everted by the heavy flews. The eyes correspond with the general tone of colour of the animal, varying from deep hazel to yellow. The hazel colour is, however, to be preferred, although very seldom seen in red and tan hounds. The ears are thin and soft to the touch, extremely long, set very low, and fall in graceful folds, the lower parts curling inwards and backwards. The head is furnished with an amount of loose skin, which in nearly every position appears superabundant, but more particularly so when the head is carried low; the skin then falls into loose, pendulous ridges and folds, especially over the forehead and sides of the face.
Neck: The neck is long.
Forequarters: The shoulders are muscular and well sloped backwards. The forelegs are straight and large in bone, with elbows squarely set; the feet strong and well knuckled up.
Body: The ribs are well sprung; and the chest well let down between the forelegs, forming a deep keel. The back and loins are strong, the latter deep and slightly arched.
Hindquarters: The thighs and second thighs (gaskins) are very muscular; the hocks well bent and let down and squarely set.
Tail: The stern is long and tapering, and set on rather high, with a moderate amount of hair underneath.
Gait:
The gait is elastic, swinging and free, the stern being carried high, but not too much curled over the back.
Size:
Height: The mean average height of adult dogs is 26 inches (66 cm) and of adult bitches 24 inches (61 cm). Dogs usually vary from 25-27 inches (64-69 cm) and bitches from 23-25 inches (58-64 cm); but in either case, the greater height is to be preferred, provided that character and quality are also combined.
Weight: The mean average weight of adult dogs in fair condition is 90 lb. (41kg), and adult bitches 80 lb. (36 kg). Dogs attain the weight of 110 lb. (50 kg), bitches 100 lb. (45 kg). The greater weights are to be preferred, provided (as in the case of height) that quality and proportion are also combined.
Temperament:
This breed is a gentle dog who is nonetheless tireless in following a scent. Because of its strong tracking instinct, it can be willful and somewhat difficult to obedience train. However, with the proper amount of time, effort, and how well you treat it, this can be achieved easily.
Affectionate, gentle, and even-tempered describes a blood hound and they make excellent family pets but, like any large breed, require supervision when around small children because they will knock them over with their bulk. Bloodhounds are also characterized by a stubborn "whats-in-it-for-me?" temperament, a likely cause (in conjunction with their size and propensity for excessive drooling) for the high rate of bloodhounds given up for adoption once full-grown in comparison with other breeds.
Health:
Compared to other purebred dogs, bloodhounds have an unusually high rate of gastrointestinal ailments, with bloat being the most common type of gastrointestinal problem. They also have an unusually high incidence of eye, skin, and ear ailments. They also have the tendency to get overheated quickly. They are also prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and Epilepsy.
Average Lifespan:
Bloodhounds in a 2004 UK Kennel Club survey had a median longevity of 6.75 years, which makes them one of the shortest-lived of dog breeds. The oldest of the 82 deceased dogs in the UK survey died at 12.1 years. The leading cause of death was gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV = "bloat" or "torsion"), which killed 34% of dogs.
History:
The bloodhound was, according to legend, first bred ca. 1000 AD by monks at the St. Hubert Monastery in Belgium. Undoubtedly, its origins do reside in France, home of many of the modern hound breeds. Its excellent tracking skills were drawn on in breeding other scenthounds, such as the English Foxhound, American Foxhound, Coonhound, Swiss Jura Hound, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and many others.
It was not until about the 16th century that the Bloodhound was used to track man. They were regarded as large game hunters before then: deer, etc. Their testimony was so highly regarded that they had the legal right to follow a trail anywhere, including into homes. In 1898, Bloodhound breeders began to promote manhunting trials as sport. The Bloodhound began to come into its own in the United States toward the end of the 19th century, and the breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885, the same year that its smaller cousin, the Basset Hound, was recognized.
Sources:
Canada's Guide to Dogs
Canada's Guide to Dogs- 2
CKC
K9 Web
Breeder Retriever
Pictures:
Photobucket