12 most popular hound dog breeds

Hound dog breeds are amongst the oldest dog groups in the world, having been used by humans since almost the dawn of time to help them track prey. And while their acute sight and scenting powers still see them being used on hunting trails, they’ve also become beloved companion animals.

There are two distinct types of hound dog breed: sighthounds, who use their impressive vision to help them locate their prey, and scent hounds, who rely on their noses to locate what they’re after.

Hound dog breeds tend to be active, alert and highly intelligent, and most make for wonderful companions and playmates. You’ll also find some scent hounds, like the Beagle, pounding the airport beat as drug detection dogs, while others are now used as emotional support animals.

While they make great family dogs and generally have fantastic personalities and temperaments, they require diligent training and socialization from an early age to help them learn how to focus their attention and not run off in pursuit of anything they consider to be prey.

There are over 100 different hound dog breeds, we have listed 12 of the most popular to help you find the right hound for your home. Let’s take a look…

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