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Hound Group — Origin: Belgium
Bloodhound
A giant-sized hound-group dog known for being determined and gentle.
- Size
- Giant
- Weight
- 36–50 kg
- Lifespan
- 10–12 yrs
Strength
5
Stamina
5
Trainability
4
Friendliness
6
At a mid-life age of 11 years, this breed is roughly
81.6 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Giant-breed formula with controlled calcium
- Two to three smaller meals to ease digestion
- Joint-support supplement from puppyhood
What it does
- Daily walks and yard play
- Fetch in short bursts
- Casual obedience games
Habitat
Requires ample indoor and outdoor space; a large yard and cool shelter matter more than square footage indoors.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a independent streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.
Moderate exertion~80 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Belgium, the Bloodhound has been recognized as part of the Hound group for generations of purposeful breeding.