BLOODHOUNDS

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RENO’S BLOODHOUNDS

    Bloodhounds are a “hoot” to live with; however, they are not for everyone.  They tend to be fun loving and affectionate, but definitely have a strong will and streak of stubbornness.  They are very loyal and protective, but have a knack for “getting into trouble”.  Their size is something to keep in mind (and their drooling.....), but they make good inside and/or outside dogs.

     Our Bloodhounds are healthy and sound with excellent temperaments.  They get along well with all of our other dogs - even with a great difference in breed sizes. They are expected to behave, but are always given the opportunity to run and play.

Bloodhound History

   Historical accounts of the Bloodhound have little evidence to prove how far back the origins of the breed reach, but many authorities believe that the breed was known throughout the Mediterranean countries long before the Christian Era. In the 3rd century A.D., Claudius Aelianus noted the Bloodhound in his HISTORIA Animalium describing a dog that was unrivaled for is scenting powers and determination to stay on the trail until the quarry was located.  The Bloodhound made its appearance in Europe long before the Crusades, with the first specimens being brought from Constantinople. There were two strains, black and white.  The blacks were the famed St. Huberts of the 8th century, and the whites later became known as the Southern Hounds.  It was from the black stock that the first importations were made to England. In the 12th  century, the English elite were at the forefront of fostering the development of the breed for use in packs for hunting on horseback.

     Although the Bloodhound reached approximately its modern form in England, the breed has perhaps reached its greatest development in the United States, as far as usefulness is concerned. Established in America for over a century, it proved early on to be a tireless worker for law enforcement, being so accurate that evidence trailed by a Bloodhound has been accepted in a court of law. Today, the Bloodhound has a loyal following of people that enjoy exhibiting a well-bred dog that can successfully compete in conformation, obedience and tracking events.  

RENO RANCH HOUNDS

 

Mark and Cheryl Reno

E-mail : renos@elp.rr.com

Phone : (915) 799-8558

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