El BloodhoundAlso known as the Saint Hubert Dog or Chien de Saint-Hubert, it is a breed well known for its excellent sense of smell, its endearing appearance and its tracker ability. Docile and calm, it is a very intelligent dog. We tell you more about it.
Its origin is located in Belgium, in the Andain Monastery. It is said that it descends from the dogs that the monk Hubert used in his hunts during the XNUMXth century. The monks of this convent crossed these dogs to create the antecedent of the Bloodhound, perfecting the breed in subsequent years. Thanks to its excellent sense of smell, it was used to search for pilgrims who were lost in the nearby forests.
Short fur and strong complexion, appearance This dog is characterized by its large size, long, drooping ears, a prominent muzzle and several wrinkles on the skin. He is strong and muscular, and requires very good hygiene regarding his skin and hair, which we must brush every day.
As we said, it is one of the canine breeds with the sense of smell more developed. That is why they enjoy sniffing and following trails, something that can make them somewhat stubborn during the walk. This makes it difficult to train at times, as it is easily dominated by instinct when it catches a scent that is interesting to it.
El Bloodhound usually calm and patient. He is generally affectionate with his own, and although he may show distrust towards strangers, he usually does not present problems of aggressiveness. They can be somewhat shy and independent, but also sociable and affectionate.
Regarding its health, this breed is prone to gain weight, so it is convenient to ration your daily food in three doses. In addition, you tend to suffer from stomach problems, as well as hip dysplasia, ear infections, and pink eye. Its half-life is estimated to be about 12 years.