Hounds as a group are not for everyone. They require patience and room, and often aren’t good with close neighbors due to their voices that carry. Developed, as a group, for hunting a loud bawling voice that carried across fields was an asset – something that isn’t an asset in suburban areas. However, with some ...
After much begging, you make the announcement that you will allow your child to have a dog. After all, a dog will teach your children great responsibility and will allow them to have another friend they can play with. But, the question seems, what is the appropriate breed of dog for my child? The list ...
The Hound Group consists of several breeds of dogs that are often used for hunting. Most hounds share the common trait of a hunting ancestry. Hounds usually have an acute sense of smell to follow a trail. Until 1930, the AKC classed Hounds as Sporting dogs. In 1930 they were assigned their own group. Hounds ...
The Bluetick Coonhound is a friendly and intelligent breed. But how do you know whether you are ready to purchase a pet and if this breed is right for you? This information is absolutely necessary in making the decision to purchase a pet. History While the origin of this breed was not well-documented, enthusiasts believe ...
The Black and Tan Coonhound is a trusting and affectionate breed. But how do you know whether you are ready to purchase a pet and if this breed is right for you? This information is absolutely necessary in making the decision to purchase a pet. History The origins of the Black and Tan Coonhound have ...
Dogs have either lived outdoors or indoors over the years. Many dog breeds are best suited indoors while others are best suited to living outdoors. The dog breeds that are best suited to living outdoors are the ones that can handle being outdoors in all kinds of weather and can do things that other breeds ...
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is unlike any breed of dog you are likely to encounter. Often reffered to simply as a “Walker,” this hound stands far apart from other sporting dogs. The Walker hound owes his ancestory to the American Foxhound and the English Foxhound. This is apparent in the hound’s looks. The Walker hound ...
