32 Hound Dog Breeds That’ll Be Your Perfect Pup
From the family-friendly Beagle to the enormous Irish Wolfhound, there are many hound dog breeds out there, each with unique talents and traits. But there is one trait all hounds have in common: They need to have all their senses engaged. Hounds were originally bred to fulfill a special purpose. For example, the Dachshund was bred to dig and hunt badgers, and the Saluki was bred for speed for hunting across open fields. If you live an active lifestyle and are thinking about adopting a hound, consider this overview of each hound breed to decide which would make the best fit for your family.

