Saying Goodbye When Losing A Pet
By Dalvin Rumsey
Pet loss is always a difficult situation that no one wants to have to go through. When you loose such a dear friend as your pet, you could donate to an animal organization in his name. This would be Read more...
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Natural Instinct?: The Truth About Scent Tracking Dogs
By Janis Cazares
Often you read about a heroic canine in various dog articles or you see a scent tracking dog on the local TV news Read more...
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Separation Anxiety In Dogs: What Exactly Is It?
By Martin Olliver
There was the usually mild-mannered Pit-bull puppy named Savannah who chewed through the bottom of a door and part of the hardwood floor just underneath it. There was Jasper the Corgi who was kept in Read more...
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Getting To Know Your Bloodhound
By Daniel Stevens
Getting to know your starts by getting to know its breed, and that includes getting a better idea about its appearance, personality, and health requirements. Here's what you need to know about Bloodhounds:
Bloodhounds are traditionally known for their work in trailing escaped prisoners. However, in today’s world, we also see this breed used for trailing lost people in the mountains, someone kidnapped, a child separated from a family, and so on. Considered a cousin of the Scent Hound, the Bloodhound is a of patience, tolerance, friendliness, and an easy-going attitude. What amazes people most is that when it comes to choosing a for children, the Bloodhound is truly an exceptional choice.
The only drawback to owning a Bloodhound is that the breed is considered a little on the messy side. With a long tongue that laps up water, they tend to splash and even drool. Sometimes called a St. Hubert Hound, this large breed has an unrivaled ability of scent, often used for finding humans in collapsed buildings, hurricanes, and other natural disaster situations. Many times, the Bloodhound is called a “Gentle Giant,” as a term of endearment that certainly fits.
Physical Appearance
The Bloodhound breed usually weighs as much as 110 pounds although they can be somewhat smaller, between 80 and 90 pounds. From the withers, this breed is between 23 and 27 inches tall with a beautiful smooth coat. In addition to being recognized by the American Kennel Club, this breed is also recognized under the FCI, UKC, NCA, and many others. As far as colors, the following are acceptable.
* Black and Tan
* Liver and Tan
* Red
Temperament and Personality
Different from common belief, the Bloodhound is very cheerful, mellow,
How To Become A Rich Birddog In The Real Estate Business
By Jimmy L. Hutchinson Jr., Sat Dec 10th
Remember the song “Who Let The Dogs Out”, the song didn't getany airtime on the radio until it was played at a few sportingevents. Then everybody and their mother started singing the Read more...
How To Become A Rich Birddog In The Real Estate Business
By Jimmy L. Hutchinson Jr., Sat Dec 10th
Remember the song “Who Let The Dogs Out”, the song didn't getany airtime on the radio until it was played at a few sportingevents. Then everybody and their mother started singing the Read more...
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