On the blood hound
The Blood hound, St. Hubert Hound also called, is in Belgium in the Middle Ages. Thanks to the reproduction made by monks in the monastery of St. Hubert, the race grew and flourished. Exceptional nose of this dog become one of the most popular breeds for tracking scent.
Today, the hounds are still used as tracking dogs, but they are companion dogs.
Temperament and intelligence blood hound
Caring and shy are the words that best describe the hounds. Dogs are patient, loving and noble that make great companions. They are excellent with children and love to be petted and loved by them. When puppies, these dogs are energetic and have independent thinker who follow their own commands. The owners have to be very patient with them and trained from the beginning in a firm but gentle. Up to about 2 years old, will test their owners to see what they can get away with it. They love people and greet everyone with enthusiasm even though it may have a protective effect of your home. These dogs should not be relied leaching due to its strong scent tracking ability will have to wander until they reach the end of smell.
Blood hound features
The hounds look very different that makes them distinguishable, no matter where they go. Loose skin on this dog is all that gives them their unique look. Bending and folding is everywhere, especially in the front and sides of the face though. His skull is long and narrow with a very deep, the diamond-shaped eyes. The corners of the eyes and hanging eye color vary depending on the color of the dog. Their ears are very long and thin and are set too low on the skull. The ear part and out curls in elegant folds. They have large, open nostrils, lips, square, loose skin around the neck and chin. His shoulders are broad and powerful positions that allow them to walk long distances without tiring. His feet are large and round and sit on your legs strong and straight. The color of the dog varies, but the most common colors are black and tan, liver and tan, and red. White sometimes can be found in the chest and feet.
