DOGS IN THE HOUND GROUP

1. The Sight hounds were bred to:
   • These dogs aided humans in hunting a variety of animals
     such as gazelles, wolves, and
     small game
   • Chase and wear down prey without
     direction from humanes
   • Companionship
2. Included in the Sight hound group are:
   • Afghan Hound
   • Basenjii
   • Borzoi
   • Greyhound
   • Irish Wolfhound
   • Saluki
   Scottish Deerhound
   • Whippet
3. Characteristics:
   • Moderately active
   • Aloof, reserved with strangers
   • Very independent
   • Do not usually bark
4. Potential Issues:
   • Training challenges, tend to be stubborn
   • Chases small animals
   • Fear biting, snapping, touch shy
   • Long-haired breeds require daily grooming
   • Dental problems

1. The Scent hounds were bred to:
   • Aid humans in in tracking prey by
     using their noses without direct
     instruction
   • Spend entire days running in fields
   • Hunt in packs; communicate vocally
   • Companionship
2. Included in the Scent hound group are:
   • Basset Hound
   • Bloodhound
   • Dachshund
   • Elkhound
   • Foxhound
   • Rhodesian Ridgeback
   • Beagle
   • Coonhounds
3. Characteristics:
   • Very energetic
   • Intensey vocal and social
   • Tend to distract easily
   • Can be stubborn
   • Friendly with children and strangers
4. Potential Issues:
   • Small animal chasing
   • Roaming, escaping
   • Incessant barking, baying
   • Garbage picking, digging
   • Housetraining challenges