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This page is intended to provide quality information about specific breeds of dogs. Please make an informed choice before getting any new pets! No breed of dog is suitable for every home, and understanding breed characteristics can enable a new dog owner to find which one is right for themselves. If you have a page dedicated to a particular breed that you would like listed here, please send me the URL and I will review it. This page is meant for information, and Breeders will be listed on their own page.

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Hound Group Afghan Hound Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Borzoi Dachshund Foxhound (American) Foxhound (English) Greyhound Harrier Ibizan Hound Irish Wolfhound Norwegian Elkhound Otterhound Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Rhodesian Ridgeback Saluki Scottish Deerhound Whippet	*Afghan Hound* Afghan Hound Profile Describes physical characteristics, gait, and temperament. Breed profile as approved by the AKC in 1948.
	*Basenji* Basenji Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Basenjis.
	*Basset Hound* Basset Hound Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Basset Hounds.
	*Beagle* Beagle (13") Breed Overview This hound dates back to 14^th century Great Britain, where they were bred for sportsmen as a rabbit hunter.
	*Black and Tan Coonhound* Black and Tan Coonhound Breed Overview This breed was developed for treeing possum and raccoons. It is one of six breeds of American coonhounds.
	*Borzoi* Borzoi Breed Overview Also known as the Russian Wolfhound, the Borzoi was developed to hunt wolves in the Russian steppes.
	*Dachshund* Choosing a Dachshund An overview of the breed and what you might expect from owning one. Also lists a few health concerns owners or buyers should be watchful of. Dachshund Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Dachshunds. Puppy Breath and Dog Tales Homepage of Carla, Libby and Maggie, one human and two adorable pups! Meet these three in photos and read a bit about their lives.
	*Greyhound* Greyhound Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Greyhounds. Running with the Big Dogs: Before You Adopt It’s important to consider all the various pros and cons before bringing any new dog into your home. Although this article is written in regards to adopting retired racing greyhounds, the top ten lists of “why” and “why not” point out good facts relating to many large breeds.
	*Harrier* Harrier Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Harriers.
	*Ibizan Hound* Ibizan Hound Club of the United States AKC sanctioned club for Ibizans.
	*Irish Wolfhound* Irish Wolfhound Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Irish Wolfhounds.
	*Norwegian Elkhound* Norwegian Elkhound Association of America AKC sanctioned club for Irish Elkhounds.
	*Otterhound* The Otterhound Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Otterhounds.
	*Pharaoh Hound* Pharaoh Hound Breed Overview This breed has a history that traces back three thousand years. It was originally a rabbit hunter in Malta, and wasn’t accepted into the AKC until 1983.
	*Rhodesian Ridgeback* Rhodesian Ridgeback Overview This breed comes from South Africa. Its ridge is believed to have come from an extinct dog kept by the Hotentot people.
	*Saluki* Saluki Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Salukis.
	*Scottish Deerhound* Scottish Deerhound Club of America AKC sanctioned club for Deerhounds.
	*Whippet* American Whippet Club AKC sanctioned club for Whippets.

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Breeds of Dogs: Hound Group

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