Hounds are among the oldest of the major dog groups in the world. With their powerful senses and athletic bodies, they have helped humans track down prey almost since the dawn of civilization. There ...

According to Elvis, hound dogs cry all the time. He’s not… totally wrong. A lot of hound dog breeds, like Basset Hounds, were bred to announce themselves and communicate with their fellow hunters. The ...

Originating in the mountains of Afghanistan, Afghan hounds (also called Tāzīs or Balkh hounds and formerly called Persian Greyhounds) are an ancient, elegant sighthound breed. Tall dogs with striking ...

Have you ever seen an Azawakh or other rare dog breed? If you’re an American Kennel Club (AKC) dog breed aficionado, maybe, but if you’re a more typical dog lover, you’ve probably never heard of most ...