Breed Group: Hound
Temperament
Stubborn, Affectionate, Gentle, Even Tempered
Bred For
Trailing
Weight
Metric: 36 – 50 kg
Imperial: 80 – 110 lbs
Height
Metric: 58 – 69 cm
Imperial: 23 – 27 inches
Life Span
8 – 10 years
Interesting Facts
- The Bloodhound is a large, powerful scent hound known for its exceptional tracking abilities.
- This breed has a keen sense of smell that can track scents over long distances, even days old.
- Bloodhounds have wrinkles and loose skin around their face and neck, helping with scent collection.
- They are one of the oldest known dog breeds, with their origins dating back to ancient Egypt.
- The Bloodhound is renowned for its melodious howl, which is often described as a bay.