When you see a true Bloodhound, you are looking at a strong, powerful breed of dog. Considering the size of the dog, their shoulders are especially strong and sturdy, able to withstand great pressure. Their deep-set diamond shaped eyes are somewhat sad to look at but you can see the love and dedication shining through.

The Bloodhound breed may have been developed during the 11th century by Belgian monks, although they are not found in literature until the mid 14th century. The actual origin of the Bloodhounds is unknown, but the breeds heritage has been traced back to England as far back as the 1300s.

This kind, noble dog is mild-mannered and they love to be loved. Their affection is especially noticeable when they are around small children and you will witness an affectionate dog who is not only a loving pet but also a faithful friend and companion.

The Bloodhound has long been represented in literature and film, especially in animation. Pluto, Huckleberry Hound and McGruff the Crime Dog are all Bloodhounds. The hound's ability to track is frequently associated with characters involved in law enforcement.

Harvey the Bloodhound thought to have longest ears in the world - 14 inches

Bloodhounds have an exceptional sense of smell, able to follow a scent over reasonably long distances for up to several days. This ability is attributed to the Bloodhound's many scent receptors and large nasal chambers. They are able to detect a scent off of only a few human skin cells. They enjoy the actual hunt instead of killing and this makes them excellent tracking dogs as well as loving companions.

When you are trying to train a Bloodhound, you may run int o a few obedience problems because the dog is usually more interested in the odors and aromas they can smell instead of paying attention of the training commands . When you train them, be firm with your commands but you also have to be patient and consider their inherited interest in their surroundings.http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bloodhound.htm

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