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Bloodhound dogs are renowned for their keen sense of smell. The dogs of this breed catch on to a scent and don’t lose the scent very easily. That is one of the reasons that dogs of this breed have gained quite a reputation for helping the police to solve crimes.

The exceptional sense of smell of this breed has made it a very popular choice as a pet dog. Dogs of this breed should be trained from a very young age so that they can use their sense of smell effectively.

Bloodhounds are available in tan, red or black color. Puppies are often a combination of these colors. Usually, bloodhounds have dense and oily coats.  As a result, it is necessary to groom these dogs on a regular basis.

The breed requires extensive training for making it a suitable pet for the family. If you are thinking of keeping a bloodhound, you can consider adopting a pup from professional breeders who often provide training to the puppies before giving them to dog lovers.

Normally puppies of this breed weigh around ninety pounds. These are very strongly built dogs which are normally very active and agile although they doze a lot.

Most often, these dogs are of a calm temperament. It is a gentle breed. It has very gentle manners and are endearing to members of the family. However, at times, these dogs can be very stubborn. If provoked, dogs of this breed can be very ferocious.

A lot of people mistakenly think that bloodhounds are not very intelligent because they come across as clumsy. That is not the case as these dogs are very intelligent.

Bloodhounds are prone to inverted eyelids. This problem needs minor surgery for correction. If your bloodhound is in pain, then take it to the vet who can check it for any common afflictions. Another common malady afflicting bloodhounds is hip dysplasia. Immediate treatment is very important for this condition.

Dog feeding, potty training and boarding are issues that you should be familiar with before you decide on adopting a bloodhound pup.