Hound Dogs
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- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, easy to groom, strong loyalty tendencies, high prey drive
- colors: red, fawn, black, white, blue, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, outgoing, anxious
Greyhounds are gentle, graceful dogs who are known for their sweet temperament and sprinting capabilities. These regal hounds enjoy the comforts of life and make excellent family pets.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, high prey drive
- colors: blue, black, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: outgoing, playful, willful, gentle
A regal and determined hound, the bluetick coonhound can be a wonderful hunting companion and gentle best friend wrapped into one shiny body. Needing an outlet for their “houndy” behaviors, these special dogs could amaze your neighbors with their ability to “sing”. Find out if this unique breed is a suitable addition to your lifestyle.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: hot weather tolerant, high prey drive, easy to groom
- colors: fawn, cream, black, red, gray, gold / yellow
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: aloof, gentle, outgoing
Slender, extremely fast, and beautiful, the saluki is a rare breed that needs opportunities to be active in the safety of a fenced-in yard. Discover if the saluki may be a good match for you.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, cold weather tolerant, high potential for weight gain, loves water, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: gray, black, white
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: outgoing, friendly, willful, playful
A loyal family companion and an eager outdoor playmate, intelligent Norwegian elkhounds are an ancient dog breed that fits well into an active, modern lifestyle.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, hot weather tolerant, good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, willful
Treeing Walker coonhounds are known for helping hunters put food on the table and winning hunting competitions, but these hound dogs can serve as excellent, active companions for you and your family—no matter where you live.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, loves water, good hiking companion
- colors: red
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, playful
Pharaoh hounds are affectionate, energetic dogs who love to play, run, and spend time with their humans. Learn more about living with and caring for this ancient breed.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: sable, flecked / ticked / speckled, bicolor, tricolor, brindle, spotted, black and tan
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, aloof
Borzoi are former aristocratic Russian dogs who love to run and relax quietly at home. Formerly known as the "Russian wolfhound," these sighthounds are quick on their feet and regal in appearance.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, tolerates being alone, tendency to chew, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, loves water, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, gold / yellow, blue, brown / chocolate / liver, cream, white, fawn
- patterns: bicolor, black and tan, blue and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: friendly, playful, outgoing
Otterhounds are very rare. But if you’re lucky enough to hang out with one, they make fast friends because of their happy demeanor and lovable personalities.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, easy to train, high prey drive, hot weather tolerant, good hiking companion, high potential for weight gain
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, playful
One of the first breeds developed in the United States but now exceedingly rare, the friendly American foxhound is an exceptional hunter with a melodious bay that carries for miles.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, good hiking companion, hot weather tolerant
- colors: red, white
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: short, wiry
- temperament: outgoing, gentle, playful, friendly
As world-class sprinters, playful Ibizan hounds have energy to spare and do best in homes where they receive plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to suit their on-the-go personalities.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: high prey drive, easy to groom, good hiking companion
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver, fawn
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, outgoing, playful
English foxhounds are powerful, athletic hunters that were bred to track prey over miles of countryside. But with training, regular exercise, and room to roam, these affectionate and social hounds can be just as happy chasing balls in the backyard.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tolerates being alone, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, white, brown / chocolate / liver, red, gold / yellow
- patterns: tricolor, black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
Harriers are friendly, high-energy dogs that love spending time with their human and canine family members. Learn more about living with these active hounds.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tolerates being alone, high prey drive, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion, high potential for weight gain, prone to health issues
- colors: black, blue, gray
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: wiry
- temperament: gentle, aloof, outgoing, playful
A giant sighthound who used to hunt deer in the Scottish Highlands, Scottish deerhounds these days are still rare. Now, they instead prefer spending time with their families or patrolling a big yard.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, good hiking companion, prone to health issues
- colors: black, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: black and tan
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful
Black and tan coonhounds are gentle family dogs, but don’t mistake their calm demeanor as laziness. These hounds are active hunting dogs and want to put their super-sensitive nose to work.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, strong loyalty tendencies, hot weather tolerant
- colors: red, fawn, white, black, gray, brown / chocolate / liver, cream, gold / yellow
- patterns: brindle, bicolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: willful, playful
Azawakh are intelligent yet independent dogs that love two things above all else: their families and running. Learn more about living with an Azawakh.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, brown / chocolate / liver, gold / yellow, black, blue
- patterns: brindle, bicolor, tuxedo
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: outgoing, friendly
Mountain curs are intelligent, high-energy dogs that love spending time outdoors. They're perfect hiking companions and swimming partners and will thrive in a home that gives them the physical and mental stimulation they need.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, saddle / blanket, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, playful, aloof
Plott hounds are athletic, loyal hunting dogs who love the outdoors almost as much as they love their humans. Learn more about taking care of a Plott hound dog.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: medium (26-60 lbs.)
- other traits: good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies, loves water, easy to groom, high prey drive
- colors: red
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
A handsome, affectionate companion and an exceptional hunting partner, the sweet, gentle—and talkative!—redbone coonhound is a wonderful breed for a person or family who loves the great outdoors.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tendency to chew, prone to health issues, highly territorial, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, red, blue, cream, fawn, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, sable, brindle, flecked / ticked / speckled, spotted, merle, blue and tan, black and tan, liver and tan
- coat length/texture: short, long, wiry
- temperament: friendly, willful, outgoing, playful, aggressive
Easily recognized by its long body on stubby legs, the small and spunky dachshund has long been a family favorite. Learn more about living with doxies.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: easy to groom, tendency to chew, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion
- colors: black, red, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, saddle / blanket, flecked / ticked / speckled
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, outgoing, playful
Beagles are gentle, fun-loving hounds who require plenty of exercise and companionship with their owners. Learn more about living with this family breed.