Bloodhound Breed Information & Characteristics

The Bloodhound is a breed that has an average risk of becoming obese. Daily walks and a balanced diet of quality dry dog food can help maintain a healthy weight. An active lifestyle and monitoring weight regularly is recommended.

Unfortunately, the Bloodhound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Gentle
Independent
Outright
Tempered
Stubborn

Bloodhound dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Bloodhound. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Bloodhound breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

Europe

flemish hound, talbot hound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

middle ages

Hound (AKC:1885)
Scenthounds (UKC)

Hazel
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable

Bloodhounds are known for their short coat.

Straight

A Bloodhound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bloodhound dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Bloodhound is a very healthy breed, with little need for frequent vet visits. However, it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cherry Eye
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Bone And Joint Problems
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

Bloodhounds are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Bloodhound have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Bloodhound needs a high level of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They also make great companions for people who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy running, hiking or other outdoor activities. These breeds are not suitable for people with sedentary lifestyle or those who live in small apartments

Bloodhounds are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Bloodhound is a breed known for excessive drooling which can cause a lot of drool to be left on clothes. If this is unappealing to you, it may be best to consider a different breed of dog.

Bloodhound dogs bark and howl frequently, they are not a good fit for quiet homes.

Bloodhound dogs are not known for their protective nature and may not be the best choice as guard dogs. They do not have a strong drive to defend their territory and may not be inclined to provide protection.

Snack time, Walk, Petting, Sniffing, Not walking, Eating treats, Walking, Cuddle, Hide & Seek

Bloodhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bloodhound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bloodhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Bloodhound is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

Bloodhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-110 pound (41 - 50 kg) Bloodhound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Bloodhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bloodhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Bloodhound breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Bloodhound is not an apartment-friendly dog breed. This dog breed is best in a home with a large, fenced-in yard. They are not suited for apartment life and can become destructive due to pent up energy from being in a small space.

A Bloodhounds typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Bloodhounds are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Bloodhounds are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Bloodhounds are very friendly around strangers.

Bloodhounds are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Bloodhound for a mellower experience.

Bloodhound dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.