At Middlefork Sound Bloodhounds we are extremely passionate about our bloodhound pups and have devoted most of our free time careing and provideing for them. We play with these pups each day so they are not afraid of people, and are around cats, turkey and chickens so they hopefully will be nice to other pets as well. We also take in homeless bloodhounds and other animal, until we can find a good
homes for them. We are not funded through any organization but rather we are self funded. Bloodhounds are wonderful dogs with sweet and loving dispositions,but before you purchase from us, you should know they will get big, they will cover you in drool when you come home each day, and if not kept fenced in they will roam, so i suggest having them micro chipped.There is a perception out there that bloodhounds are slow, lazy dogs, but this is not true, they are very active and love to play. History:Historical accounts of the Bloodhounds have little evidence to prove how far back the origins of the breed reach, but many authorities believe that the breed was known throughout the Mediterranean countries long before the Christian Era. In the 3rd century A.D., Claudius Aelianus noted the Bloodhound in his HISTORIA Animalium describing a dog that was unrivaled for its scenting powers and determination to stay on the trail until the quarry was located. The Bloodhound made its appearance in Europe long before the Crusades, with the first specimens being brought from Constantinople. There were two strains, black and white. The blacks were the famed St. Huberts of the 8th century, and the whites later became known as the Southern Hounds. It was from the black stock that the first importations were made to England. In the 12th century, the English elite were at the forefront of fostering the development of the breed for use in packs in hunting on horseback. Although the Bloodhound reached approximately its modern form in England, the breed has perhaps reached its greatest development in the United States, as far as usefulness is concerned. Established in America for over a century, it proved early on to be a tireless worker for law enforcement, being so accurate that evidence trailed by a Bloodhound has been accepted in a court of law. Today, the Bloodhound has a loyal following of people that enjoy exhibiting a well-bred dog that can successfully compete in Conformation, Obedience and Tracking events. Bloodhound Breed Information
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Breed Group: Hound
Weight: Male: 90-110; Female: 80-100 lbs
Height: Male: 25-27; Female: 23-25 inches
Color(s): black and tan, liver and tan, and red
Overview
The Bloodhound is one of the oldest breeds to date. Where this breed originated is unknown, however it was perfected by monks in Belgium. This breed was then brought by the Normans into England and into the United States. The Bloodhound is a hunter, however loves tracking most. This is a scent hound and loses interest in whatever he is doing quickly. This breed is commonly used as both companion and tracker, tracking down game, criminals, and lost children. Character
The Bloodhound is shy, placid, however can be sociable if given the time to warm up. This breed can be wary of strangers, but should never show aggressive tendencies. The Bloodhound can be very sensitive to the tone of ones voice making him rather difficult to train, however he is very eager to please his master and does extremely well. This breed tends to wail at the scent of something strange, however does not bark as many other hounds do. Temperament
Bloodhounds are very gentle, loving, and have a very sweet disposition. However, he can be very shy and reserved so proper socialization at puppyhood is definitely necessary. This breed should not be trusted around small animals, however can do very well with other dogs if trained and socialized properly. The Bloodhound does remarkably well around children and can be very tolerant, however the ears of this breed are sensitive so supervision is necessary. Care
The Bloodhound doesn't require much grooming coat wise, however under the folds of skin should be cleaned regularly to avoid itchy or dry skin. A quick and regular brushing should be performed to remove any dead or loose hair, as this breed can seasonally be a very heavy shedder. The Bloodhound has very long and droopy ears, which should be cleaned regularly to avoid any painful and/or infected ears. Coat
The Bloodhound has a very short, and hard coat that should cover the entire body and should be close lying. The hair should be softer on the head and ears while the remaining hair should be harsh and coarse. This breed requires little grooming, however the ears should be cleaned regularly to prevent any problems that could arise. Training
The Bloodhound is extremely intelligent and eager to please his owner however can be very stubborn making training a definite task. Gentle handling and speaking is a must as this breed can be very sensitive, but consistency is also necessary if this breed is to thrive and learn. Bloodhounds can be very slow to house train and train period, however if proper training exercises are followed on a regular basis, this breed should excel and become a wonderful family and/or hunting companion. Activity
The Bloodhound needs regular opportunities to romp and play, preferably in a large fenced in area. The Bloodhound has the tendency to overeat so regular exercise is a must if this breed is to stay healthy and active. At least 90 minutes per day is required to keep this dog healthy, happy, and in shape. Bloodhounds do best with acreage and a large area to roam in however can do well if they have an owner that has a regular exercise regimen.
