AKC Breeds by Group
Hound Group
Most hounds share the common ancestral trait of being used for hunting.
Some use acute scenting powers to follow a trail. Others demonstrate a
phenomenal gift of stamina as they relentlessly run down quarry. Beyond
this, however, generalizations about hounds are hard to come by, since
the Group encompasses quite a diverse lot. There are Pharaoh Hounds,
Norwegian Elkhounds, Afghans and Beagles, among others. Some hounds
share the distinct ability to produce a unique sound known as baying.
You should be alright with this sound before you decide to get a member
of this breed for your own.
