by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
A romantic past lives on in this devoted, gentle, and courageous dog. Vital Stats Height: 28 to 32 inches at shoulder Weight: 75 to 110 pounds (males average 97 pounds, females average 85 pounds) Coat: long and wiry Life span: 8 to 11 Summary The original purpose of...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This sighthound is a living antiquity. Vital Stats Height: 23 to 28 inches at shoulder Weight: 35 to 70 pounds Coat: short, smooth, and silky Life span: 12 to 14 years Summary One of the oldest of dog breeds, Salukis were once considered a gift from Allah....
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
He’s gone from hunting lions to capturing the hearts of his people. Vital Stats Height: 24 to 27 inches at shoulder Weight: 70 to 85 pounds Coat: short and shiny Life span: 10 to 12 years or more Summary This handsome dog was created in Africa to be a versatile...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
There’s just something special about a red dog. Vital Stats Height: 21 to 27 inches at shoulder Weight: 45 to 70 pounds Coat: short and smooth Life span: 10 to 12 years or more Summary These medium-sized hounds have a gorgeous red coat, the pleading expression...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This undersized member of the hound family is happy and inquisitive. Vital Stats Height: 7 to 12 inches at shoulder Weight: 7 to 15 pounds Coat: smooth, multi-colored, and water-resistant Life span: 10 years Summary Smaller than the average Beagle, these compact...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
A big game hunter, the Plott is a fervently independent hound. Vital Stats Height: 20 to 27 inches at shoulder Weight: 40 to 75 pounds (males average 62 pounds, females average 52 pounds) Coat: short and smooth Life span: 12 to 14 years Summary This pack-hunting breed...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Gentle, loving, and clownish, the Pharaoh Hound is also so sensitive he actually blushes! Vital Stats Height: 21 to 25 inches at shoulder Weight: 45 to 55 pounds Coat: short and fine Life span: 11 to 14 years Summary The Pharaoh Hound is an ancient breed that’s...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Underneath the appearance of tousled cuteness, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen has the heart of a dedicated hunter. Vital Stats Height: 13 to 15 inches at shoulder Weight: 30 to 40 pounds Coat: medium-long and harsh Life span: 14 years or more Summary The Petit...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Strong and shaggy, the Otterhound delights owners with his antics. Vital Stats Height: 24 to 27 inches at shoulder Weight: males, around 115 pounds; females, around 80 pounds Coat: shaggy and long Life span: 10 to 12 years or more Summary The large and rough-coated...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Seemingly pure stamina in canine form, the Norwegian Elkhound was the pride of the Vikings. Vital Stats Height: 19.5 to 20.5 inches at shoulder Weight: males average 55 pounds; females average 48 pounds Coat: short and thick Life span: 12 to 15 years Summary This...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Imaginative, funny, and affectionate, this small hound loves living in the lap of luxury. Vital Stats Height: 13 to 15 inches at shoulder Weight: 6 to 15 pounds (most average about 8 pounds) Coat: short and satiny Life span: 14 to 15 years Summary The Italian...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This gentle giant has a kindly disposition and dignified demeanor. Vital Stats Height: 32 to 35 inches at shoulder Weight: 115 to 180 pounds (males average 160 pounds, females average 127 pounds) Coat: shaggy and rough Life span: 6 to 8 years Summary The Irish...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 5, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
A living representative of an ancient god. Vital Stats Height: 22.5 to 27.5 inches at shoulder Weight: 45 to 50 pounds Coat: short and harsh Life span: 10 to 14 years Summary The Ibizan Hound was originally bred to hunt rabbits and small game on the Balearic island of...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
These “Super Beagles” were crafted for the big hunt. Vital Stats Height: 19 to 21 inches at shoulder Weight: 45 to 60 pounds Coat: short and thick Life span: 10 to 12 years or more Summary Harriers originally were bred to hunt hares and foxes. Today,...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Beneath the sleek and speedy exterior lies a couch potato at heart. Vital Stats Height: 25 to 30 inches at shoulder Weight: 50 to 85 pounds (males average 75 pounds, females average 57 pounds) Coat: short and smooth Life span: 12 to 15 years or older Summary...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
The good-natured English Foxhound is an active dog with a cheerful approach to life. Vital Stats Height: 23 to 27 inches at shoulder Weight: 55 to 75 pounds Coat: short and hard Life span: 10 to 13 years Summary The English Foxhound was originally a hunting dog,...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This smallest of the hounds is short on leg but long on personality. Vital Stats Height: Miniature, 6 inches at shoulder; Standard, 8 to 9 inches at shoulder Weight: Miniature, 11 pounds and under; Standard, 16 to 32 pounds Coat: short and shiny Life span: 12 to 15...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This graceful sighthound is poetry in motion. Vital Stats Height: 26 to 32 inches at shoulder Weight: 55 to 105 pounds (males average 90 pounds, females average 70 pounds) Coat: long and silky Life span: 10 to 14 years Summary Borzoi were developed in Russia as...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This breed stepped out on his own after once being considered a color variety of the English Coonhound. Vital Stats Height: 23 to 30 inches at the shoulder Weight: 45 to 100 pounds Coat: Smooth and glossy Life span: 10 to 12 years Summary Fast and muscular, the...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This breed is famed for his wrinkled face, long and wonderful ears, and amazing sense of smell. Vital Stats Height: 23 to 27 inches at shoulder Weight: 80 to 110 pounds Coat: loose and thin Life span: 6 to 10 years Summary The Bloodhound’s ancestors were created...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This happy-go-lucky hunting dog can also be laidback, gentle, and playful–and makes a great jogging companion, too. Vital Stats Height: 23 to 27 inches at shoulder Weight: 75 to 100 pounds Coat: short, black coat with tan markings Life span: 10 to 12 years...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
The Beagle is a happy, inquisitive, shorthaired hound who makes a great family companion, an eager hunter in the field–or both! Vital Stats Height: up to 13 inches at shoulder; or 13 to 15 inches at shoulder Weight: 18 to 30 pounds Coat: short Life span: 10 to...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This aristocratic French hound is an easy keeper with a charming personality. Vital Stats Height: up to 14 inches at shoulder Weight: 50 to 65 pounds Coat: short and smooth Life span: 10 to 12 years Summary The Basset was bred for hunting small game such as rabbits...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Barkless but not silent, the mischievous Basenji is a con artist of the highest order and will challenge your intelligence and sense of humor. Vital Stats Height: 16 to 17 inches at shoulder Weight: 22 to 24 pounds Coat: short and fine Life span: 10 to 12 years...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
A desert sighthound who runs like the wind. Vital Stats Height: 23.5 to 29 inches at shoulder Weight: 33 to 55 pounds Coat: short and smooth Life span: 12 to 15 years Summary Named for the Azawakh Valley in the Sahara desert where he originated, this is a lean and...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This breed is found primarily in large packs in the Southern and Eastern United States, where foxhunting is a favorite sport among the horsey set. Vital Stats Height: 21 to 25 inches at shoulder Weight: 40 to 60 pounds Coat: medium-length hard coat Life span: 12 to 13...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
This graceful athlete is descended from English Foxhounds. Vital Stats Height: 23 to 26 inches at shoulder Weight: in proportion to height Coat: medium-length and tough Life span: 10 to 12 years or more Summary A descendent of the English Foxhound, this hunting dog is...
by Sheryl Matthys | May 4, 2015 | Breeds Groups, Hounds |
Handsome, sensitive and independent, the Afghan is treasured by those who know and love him. Vital Stats Height: 24 to 28 inches at shoulder Weight: 50 to 60 pounds Coat: long and silky Life span: 10 to 12 years Summary The Afghan Hound is elegance personified. This... 
