Hound Breeds

Borzoi Borzoi

Hounds are mainly divided between Sight and Scent Hounds with a couple of Spitz breeds thrown in. Historically early hounds were the first recorded breeds to assist man find and catch wild animals to eat. Selected for centuries for their hunting ability, in today's society their passion for following game can make them headstrong and somewhat frustrating to train. However, of all the modern dog breeds, this group contains breeds that are the most admired for their stunning beauty and elegance.

Hound Breed Index

In some countries, there are breeds of Hounds which are not recognised in Australia. Additionally, there are some other breeds which are classified as Hounds in different countries. As this website does not aim to include every pure breed Hound breed that is recognised anywhere in the world, for simplicity here is a list of those which are contained in ... »» Read more...

Sight Hounds

Sight hounds, such as the Greyhound, are built for speed and hunt by sight. Historically they used to kill their prey. Sight hounds are among the earliest known dog breeds known to man and were named after the prey which they were historically bred to hunt for example the Deerhound hunted deer and the Wolfhound hunted wolves. Consequently, the now ... »» Read more...

Short Legged Scent Hounds

In contrast to sight hounds, scent hounds follow their prey by scent rather than sight. Often these hounds were hunted on the end of the leash, so historically were called Leash Hounds. Even some of the Short Legged Scent Hounds late back to breeds like the Bloodhound or Saint Hubert Hound which is the oldest recognized Scent Hound. »» Read more...

Long Legged Scent Hounds

In contrast to sight hounds, scent hounds follow their prey by scent rather than sight. Many are named after the prey which they were breed to hunt. For example the Otterhound hunted otters Often scent hounds were hunted on the end of the leash, so historically were called Leash Hounds. The Bloodhound or Saint Hubert Hound is the oldest recognised ... »» Read more...

Portuguese Podengo

A relative newcomer to Australia, the Portuguese Podengo or Portuguese Warren Hound, is an ancient breed and Portugal's 'National Dog'. This primitive breed hunts not only with sight and scent, but also with its extraordinarily keen sense of hearing. It comes in six varieties. Each of the three sizes - large, medium and small come with both smooth and wire ... »» Read more...