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incentive to chase, they require restraints such as leashes and strong fencing.
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WHAT ARE SOME DIFFERENT HOUNDS’ CHARACTERISTICS? Hounds, such as Foxhounds and Beagles, all make an odd sound called baying. This unique, howling sound is often featured in films during hunting scenes. If you don’t like the sound of baying, you may want to think twice before adopting this type of pet. There are two subgroups of Hounds. One group, Sighthounds or Gazehounds, consists of superior runners. These dogs are excellent hunters and can easily spy and quickly pursue prey. Sighthounds are normally aloof, quiet, serene and tend to be sleeker in appearance than Scenthounds, a breed to which they are related. The Basenji, Greyhound, Irish Wolfhound, Saluki, Whippet, Afghan, Borzoi, Ibizan, Pharaoh and Scottish Deerhound are all members of the Sighthound family. These days, Sighthounds are not often utilized for hunting; rather, they run with their 44
owners, take part in lure coursing or engage in racing.
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HOW POPULAR ARE SCENTHOUNDS? Scenthounds must sniff down their prey, whether through air or with noses to the earth. They’re usually very sturdy and you’ll recognize dogs like Basset Hounds, Beagles, Bloodhounds, Dachshunds, Otterhounds, Foxhounds and the like. They are often quite friendly because they’re bred to work and play together in packs. Such Scenthounds make fine companions due to their social natures. Some people think the Afghan Hound came from Egypt, but it really came from Afghanistan. At some point in the early 20th century, the dog traveled to Great Britain. The Afghan Hound was known for being particularly quick and it hunted with the help of trained falcons. The classy appearance of the dog helped it to be a favorite in the world of dog shows. Its popularity peaked in the 1970s and has since decreased.
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