The beagle breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885, and they are currently the 8th-most-popular dog breed in the U.S. Initially bred in 16th-century England as scent hounds for ...

The breed originated in Austria in the mid-19th century when Dachshunds were bred with scent hounds to hunt fox, boar, hares, and deer. Temperamentally, the Dachsbracke is like Austria's version ...

As scent hounds, Bassets love to watch things and attempt to sniff them out. Watching movies truly is enrichment! In addition to his "programs," as my grandma would call them, Moo has other forms ...

Basset Hounds are familiar the world over for their stubby legs, floppy ears, and hangdog appearance. They were first developed as scent hounds for hare hunting, where their low profile made it ...

Plott Hounds can follow a scent trail for miles, even in challenging conditions. Their determination and endurance make them ideal for hunting large and dangerous game.Hunters appreciate their ...

A basset hound's long, droopy ears help pull up smells to their noses and trap them there. These dogs have nearly 220 million scent receptors in their noses, allowing them to track a scent for ...