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Bloodhounds have one of best noses in the business. They’re famous for their ability to track down anything once they put their noses to it, but they’re also famous for liking to do things their own way. Despite their occasional stubbornness, they are very affectionate, even if sometimes they like to show their love with a big, slobbery smooch. Full-grown, they typically weigh 80-110 pounds and stand 23-27 inches tall.

Bloodhounds are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Bloodhounds generally get along well with children and other pets, especially if they are raised around them. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.

Bloodhounds crave the opportunity to follow a scent. Of course, you’ve probably seen them in the movies hunting down escaped criminals, which they are great at, but they can also be used as search and rescue dogs. Any activity that combines hanging out with their families and getting outside for a good sniff will make a Bloodhound happy and much more well-behaved back home. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The Bloodhound's short coat is easy to care for and only requires weekly brushing to help reduce shedding. However, their jowly face will require extra attention. You need to keep their wrinkles clean and dry, otherwise they are prone to infection. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Bloodhounds are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. Bloodhounds fit best in places where they have access to a large, fenced-in yard. They are expert escape artists and will follow an interesting scent for a very long way without being able to find their way home, so a secure yard is very important. They are fairly easy to train.

Redbone Coonhounds are famously handsome hunting dogs who are known for their nose, their loud voice, and their love for their owners. They are a little more laid back than other hounds but will never pass up an opportunity to follow their nose after something furry or to sniff out their food supply! Full-grown, they typically weigh 45-70 pounds and stand 21-27 inches tall.

Redbone Coonhounds are generally excellent with children of all ages. These dogs are excellent with children, but puppies may be a little too excitable around toddlers. Redbone Coonhounds get along with cats if they are raised together, but remember, it’s in their blood to chase anything that’s small and furry, so supervised play is best. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

Redbone Coonhounds need vigorous exercise a few times a day. A long hike or run will help them get rid of some of their energy supply, but their favorite thing to do is follow their nose. Even if you don’t hunt, your Redbone Coonhound will appreciate the chance to run around off-leash somewhere that’s safe and full of interesting smells. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Redbone Coonhounds have a beautiful, short, dark-red coat. You’ll want to brush their hair at least once a week to keep their coat healthy and cut back on the hair you find around your house. Redbone Coonhounds do have a slight odor that is typical of hounds, but the odor can be managed with baths as needed. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Redbone Coonhounds are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Because of their loud voice and need for space, Redbone Coonhounds fit best in rural homes where they have room to roam and won’t wake up too many neighbors. They can adapt to living indoors or outdoors but should be able to hang out with their people as much as possible. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.