A category of domestic dog; name is applied to breeds developed for hunting, especially those which track by scent; sometimes used for any hunting dog, including those which track by sight (eg greyhounds, borzois).
A hound is a type of dog that assists hunters by tracking or chasing the animal being hunted.
There are three types of hound, with several breeds belonging to each type:
| Type | Example | |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthounds, which follow prey by keeping it in sight. | Whippet | |
| Scent hounds, which follow prey by tracking its scent. | Basset Hound | |
| Aboriginal hounds, which follow prey by equally using sight, scent, and hearing. | ||
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