Bloodhound question

[BloodhoundGirl]

I don't own a bloodhound, but I was wondering are they known to be aggresive with small dogs? I don't want Liberty to be hurt when I get a bloodhound. And, is there a specific way I should introduce a puppy to an adult dog? Just wondering about that.

[Blades_Human]

we had a pair ( they were in training for search and rescue and we were foster home ) They do have a slight prey drive ( i.e. small animals moving ) It depends on if they are raised with them if so the drive to chase say a cat or small dog is lless likely to be a problem. Their tails are very thick and are a lethal weapon lol when that thing gets a wagging. Make sure their eyes are kept clean they are prone to eye boogers. They drool and males develope a very musky scent to them even neutered. Dont get me wrong i loved them kids. They can get very territorial though and a lil snappy. Dont tolerate lil kids pulling on them very well and their ears are very sensitive.
Hope this helps

Jen

[BloodhoundGirl]

Thanks a lot. I'll keep this in mind. I believe you about the tail too.

Hannah

[trackdown]

Bloodhounds are a very special breed with definite ideas about what they like and Do NOT like. They can be very loving, but they are also very hard headed. Yes, they DROOL and sling it everywhere & their tails can be a lethal weapon.
Unless you're an experienced trainer, and get a Bloodlhound as a very small puppy, I'd recommend you admire them at dogshows. Otherwise, I suggest you sign up for an obedience class with the Bloodhound so you'll have a better understanding of "the hound mind." and avoid any mishaps with your other dog.

[DFrost]

Bloodhounds are indeed a special breed of dog. Some people feel they have the intelligence of a box of rocks. They are actually a very loving animal, but as one poster put it, a bit on the hardheaded side. The great thing about them, they can track a popcorn fart in a blizzard.

DFrost

[BloodhoundGirl]

All right, I'm fine with all your views and I'm fine if it takes them longer to learn. I've delt with a lot of dogs who are diffictult to train, so I'm used to it. Same with knowing what they like and don't like. I'm fine with that. I'm fine with going to obediance classes. In fact, I believe that you should go to a trainer when the dog needs it or when you need too. I think that I could do it and I can do whatever the dog needs. My family agrees too. Mom and dad have approved for getting one in a couple years. So it's not like thbey don't know or something like that. They're actually very excited about it. I ccan deal with it I know I can.

[BloodhoundGirl]

Quick update- I rescued a hound and he's doing great. Not sure why I shouldn't. Rescue dogs need help to.

[GSP4619]

Glad to hear. Hope everything works out well. I know once a hound picks up a scent they like to keep on it. So they say when offleash you have to watch them. www.dogbreeinfo.com will give you a little info about any breed :) .


We would like to see some pics if you can :D

[BloodhoundGirl]

Things are going great. The dog, Bailey, gets along wonderrfully with Liberty and I adore Bailey (my dog). :)

[GSP4619]

Nice to hear :)

[hound63]

i would like to say thanks for getting a rescue dog first .id would say do not let the bloodhound off lead unless they are in a fence area. some are thick headed and will not come when called.
i let Rosie run when we are not near roads ,she never goes out of my site even if i try to hide she comes ruining .
and may i suggest you only let him drink out side ,or you will get a lot of spit-sickles all over the house .
how old is he ?