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The Bloodhound is classified by the American Kennel Club as a member of the Hound Group. These big dogs are commonly seen in movies that have escaped convicts in them. Though they look big and dangerous, they are actually very sweet and will never hurt or harm anyone.

They have long droopy ears and a wrinkled face which gives them a gloomy look. It is 23 to 27 inches high and weighs around 80 to 110 pounds. They have coarse hair and their coats come in various colors like red, liver and tan. They have a keen sense of smell and are thus used to track criminals. They are used to track down criminals and people who are lost.

For Bloodhound you need a house with a large fence yard. You must take your dog for long walks so that he can burn off the extra energy. They require more exercise than the other dog breeds. Bloodhound loves to be with its family. They are the perfect family pets but they have some peculiarity. They do not train easily because they are the decision making breed. You need to have a lot of patience while you are training your dog. It can track down a man's scent and this quality makes him more obstinate than other dog breeds. You should handle your dog with care and you must never shout at him. If you do that, chances are that he will become scarred of you. If you are having a tough time training your dog, you can always take professional help. The professional will use some strong methods to train your dog.

Bloodhound is very affectionate and loving. Although they are used as guard or attack dogs, but they never hurt people. Bloodhound should be trained properly else they won't be able to distinguish between a criminal and a friend. Bloodhounds love to eat and this can have a significant difference in your house budget.

This breed suffers from stomach diseases and can also develop hip dysplasia. To prevent this, you should consult your veterinarian and feed your dog as per his advice. It can also have other health problems. It can develop eyelid problem. However Bloodhound's most annoying problem is their lips. They have droopy lips which add to its grief-stricken appearance. Because of these droopy lips the Bloodhound drools and salivates more than other dogs. To prevent odors and bacteria growth you should clean their creases and wrinkles regularly. Frequent brushing is not required. They can also have ear infections if there's no proper air circulation to the ear.

These dogs that are very commonly seen in movie as tracking criminals can be your perfect pet. This is a very strong and old dog breed. If you want a dog to match you towering personality, Bloodhound may be the dog for you.