Let's Take a Look at Hounds

                                                                                         

Let's Take a Look at Hounds


I’m finished watching the hound getting outsmarted by that infamous rooster
on a famous cartoon we all love to watch.  Despite the cartoon’s portrayal
of the hound we know that this group of dogs is actually quite smart.  Some
of the world’s largest and smartest dogs belong to this group.  The Hound
group consists of many of our favorite characters.  Some of these include
Wolfhounds, Basset Hounds, Greyhounds, Beagles, and Afghan Hounds.  These
dogs use either a highly acute sense of smell or sight to hunt game. 
Hounds are always looking for small animals to chase and investigating
interesting scents that come along their path.  Let’s take a look at three
popular breeds in the Hound Group.
The first more obscure group is the American Foxhound.  This dog won’t
win many prizes at the local dog show.  Despite this fact these dogs are
quite the hunter.  Left to themselves they will sleep the day away in your
house until you are ready to take them out.  When they are outside they
begin to instinctively pick up interesting scents.  They are quite popular
with American hunters.  American Foxhounds love to be with their masters
and help them find game.  This breed was bred in the United States before
it was actually the U.S.A. in the 1600s.  They would help the settlers new
to America hunt food for their families.  Today they are found in a large
number of American homes.  These guys make for great pets.  Don’t
forget to take them out regularly.  This way they can let out all that
energy and can chase down that cat that walked by the house a few minutes
ago.
Our next dog in the Hound Group is the Beagle.  We all know this dog
from the popular Charlie Brown cartoon.  Beagles are naturally full of
energy unlike our favorite conniving Peanuts character.  Originally bred in
England they do have a little French in them.  These dogs were bred during
the Dark Ages.  I’m sure they brought a little light to these times with
their fun, loving, outgoing personalities.  Beagles will do just about
anything for a scrumptious treat.  They can be trained quite easily because
of this.  Also, they make for great house pets and friends for your
kids.  No doubt that not even you hyperactive child can wear out one of
these high energy pedigrees.  When you take them outside they will walk
with their nose glued to the ground smelling all the small animals, cats, and
dog friends they have.  They will even try to track them down.  Don’t
be surprised if you end up at your dog’s best friend’s house. 
Our final dog in the Hound Group is the Dachshund.  That’s right you can
tell by the name that this dog likes to eat sausage and drink beer (just kidding
about the beer).  They are originally from Germany.  Our German friend
is quite popular in the United States.  Many families house these mighty
hunters.  Don’t let their appearance fool you.  These guys were bred
to hunt and not back down from danger.  They use to chase animals in the
brush back in the day.  Hang on to your leash when walking them. They can’t
help but chase anything that may look like game.  The Dachshund is a smart
fella.  They are known to be a little stubborn but with much patience and
consistency you should be able to train them.  This group of dog makes for
a great pet and will give you endless hours of attention and lick your face
clean.
If you’re looking for a savvy hunter but don’t want to deal with a dog that
requires too much energy I suggest the Olde English Bulldog puppy.  These dogs are the
grandfather to the English Bulldog.  Bulldogs are known to be extremely
loyal and loving.  However, they don’t like to be dominated and will hunt
down anything that comes across its path.  If you want a dog with a little
less energy the Olde English
Bulldog puppy maybe the choice for you.  Check out this English Bulldog Photo. 
The Hound Group is truly a diverse set of dogs.  If you properly
research what each breed has to offer, I’m sure you will find one that meets
your needs.  Along with the Hound Group you may want to consider a dog from
another group if you are a little less active.  Some dogs in the
non-sporting group such at the English Bulldog maybe a better choice. 
Happy dog shopping.
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