The Norwegian Elkhound is a Nordic breed that has been used in Scandinavia to guard homesteads and for moose and bear hunting since ancient times. You can trace the Elkhound back six... Read more »
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are descendants of English Foxhounds imported into the United States before the Revolutionary war. These English Hounds gave birth to Virginia Hounds and eventually to the oldest, Walker Hounds,... Read more »
The Otterhound is an ancient breed developed from hunting French Griffons and Bloodhounds in the 12th century. These dogs were used for hunting otters because they preyed on fish. During the dog’s... Read more »
The Ibizan Hound was primarily used for hunting rabbits on the Island of Ibiza. Sighthounds with prick-ears are believed to have been widespread in ancient Egypt. However, breed historians can only contemplate... Read more »
Scottish Deerhounds are an ancient breed of Scotland considered a close relative of the Irish Wolfhound, which was also developed from Ancient Celtic sighthounds to course big game. Ownership of these dogs... Read more »
Information pertaining to Harrier Hound packs in England can be traced back to the Penistone Pack established in 1250. However, many theories have been advanced concerning the breed’s beginnings. Scenthounds developed in... Read more »