These large dogs are known for their wrinkled faces and loose skin, with ears that droop and a set of warm, earnest eyes.
Group: Hound
Lifespan: 10–12 yr
Height:
23–27 in
Weight: 75–121 lb
Bloodhounds’ short, dense coats need to be brushed weekly to maintain overall health and remove loose hair, and they should be bathed regularly as well—paying particular attention to their folds—to avoid having dirt and debris build up. All dogs require regular dental care, including at-home teeth brushing and professional dental cleanings, and the Bloodhound is no exception. Maintaining good dental hygiene is important for their overall long-term health.
Bloodhounds’ short, dense coats need to be brushed weekly to maintain overall health and remove loose hair, and they should be bathed regularly as well—paying particular attention to their folds—to avoid having dirt and debris build up.
Gastric dilatation-volvulus, Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia - O C D of the elbow, Keratoconjunctivitis sicca ( K C S) - "dry eye, " Third eyelid (nictitating membrane) abnormalities - "cherry eye"
