Bloodhound

	The Bloodhound is a kind, patient, noble, mild-mannered and lovable dog. Gentle, affectionate and excellent with children. This is truly a good natured companion.
Breed:	Bloodhound
Country of Origin:	Belgium
AKC Group:	Hound
Function:	Tracker and companion
Life Span:	10-12 years
Appearance:	Droopy skin
Color:	Black & tan, liver & tan, and red & tawny
Coat Type:	Short
Grooming:	Brush with a hand glove
Height:	23-27 inches
Weight:	80-110 pounds
Activity Level:	Medium-high
Watch Dog:	Yes
Protection:	No
Intelligence:	High
Trainability:	High
Good With Children:	Yes
Good With Pets:	Ok
Good With Strangers:	Yes
Character:	Very friendly
Home Environment:	Fenced yard only
Best Owner:	Playful
Potential Problems:
Behavior:	Barking
Physical:	Bloat-you should feed two or three small meals a day instead of one large one. Avoid exercise after meals. Some suffer from stomach cramps. Prone to hip dysplasia and ear infections. A padded bed is recommended to avoid calluses on the joints. Some tend to get entropion, where the eyelids turn inward.
Recommendations:	Bloodhounds can never be kept in an unfenced yard. Instinct will always get them wandering off on some trail. 90% of Bloodhounds cannot even be walked off leash. They flee, and when they get on a scent, instinct drives them to find the end of the trail.