Bloodhound

The Bloodhound is a scent hound of great size and strength with a noble, dignified expression. he has abundant loose skin which falls into loose, pendulous folds especially noticeable around the head and neck. Although his beginnings are left to speculation we owe his development to St Hubert, the patron saint of the hunter. It was believed he originally obtained his stock from southern France. This breeding was carried on after his death by the Abbots, who succeeded him.

Not everyone should own a Bloodhound . The swing of a Bloodhounds head can spread saliva across a twenty foot room. His enormous size, food requirements, veterinary bills and short life span can make him a questionable companion for the average person.