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Understanding your Bloodhound's extraordinary scenting ability and unique needs is crucial for responsible breeding
Male: 90-110 lbs
Female: 80-100 lbs
Male: 25-27 inches
Female: 23-25 inches
10-12 years
With proper care
Gentle, Stubborn
Independent tracker
With 300 million scent receptors, Bloodhounds have the most accurate scenting ability of any breed. Breeding should maintain this extraordinary trait.
Loose skin helps trap scent particles. However, excessive wrinkles can cause health issues. Balance function with health.
Bred to follow scents independently. Can be stubborn and single-minded. Not ideal for first-time owners - screen buyers carefully.
Significant drooling is breed characteristic. Requires dedicated owners willing to manage slobber and maintain wrinkles and ears daily.
Bloodhounds face numerous health challenges requiring extensive testing and careful breeding decisions
Deep-chested breed at extreme risk. Prophylactic gastropexy strongly recommended. Feed multiple small meals, avoid exercise after eating.
OFA or PennHIP testing mandatory. Large breed with high incidence. Both parents should have good or excellent ratings.
OFA elbow evaluation mandatory. Common in large breeds, can cause severe lameness.
Annual eye exams required. Droopy eyes prone to infections. Breed for proper eye conformation, not excessive wrinkles.
Long, heavy ears trap moisture. Weekly cleaning essential. Chronic infections can lead to deafness.
Excessive wrinkles trap bacteria. Select for moderate wrinkles. Daily cleaning of folds required.
Annual cardiac evaluation recommended. Dilated cardiomyopathy can occur in the breed.
Annual thyroid panel recommended. Can affect metabolism and coat quality.
Bloodhounds have one of the highest rates of bloat (GDV) of any breed. This life-threatening condition can kill within hours. Prophylactic gastropexy is strongly recommended for all breeding dogs. Educate all puppy buyers about bloat prevention: no exercise for 1 hour before/after meals, multiple small meals, elevated feeding, and recognizing symptoms. Consider requiring gastropexy in your puppy contracts.
Follow these essential guidelines for responsible Bloodhound breeding
Male Bloodhounds
2 to 7 years
Female Bloodhounds
2 to 6 years
Wait until at least 2 years for complete skeletal maturity and health testing. Giant breeds mature slowly.
Bloodhounds have significant health challenges. Comprehensive testing is essential for ethical breeding.
Females: No more than once per year, maximum 3 litters lifetime
Minimum 18 months between litters
Large litters common (8-10 puppies). Whelping can be difficult due to puppy size
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