The AKC Hound Group is generally classified as dog breeds who have an ancestral heritage of hunting. The diversity of breeds in this group make them truly unique and a gem to find. These hunting dogs include the Whippet, the Bloodhound and the Dachshund.
Endurance
The main trait of a hound is that they have an immense about of endurance. Other characteristics of this group include a wide variety of personalities and sizes, but most tend to be friendly, alert, and great family dogs. They also tend to be very boisterous and insistent. A select few hounds share the ability to make a sound known as baying. This sound is characterized by a long, deep howl and is used especially when hounds are on the scent during a hunt.
