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![Norwegian Elkhound sitting in the snow looking back over its shoulder.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Norwegian-Elkhound-sitting-in-the-snow-looking-back-over-its-shoulder-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Norwegian Elkhound
The Norwegian Elkhound is a robust spitz type known for his lush silver-gray coat and dignified but friendly demeanor. The durable Elkhound is among Europe's oldest dogs. They sailed with the Vikings and figure in Norse art and legend.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/norwegian-elkhound/
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![Two Italian Greyhounds, one standing and one laying down.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Two-Italian-Greyhounds-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Italian Greyhound
A true Greyhound in miniature, the elegant Italian Greyhound is an alert, playful, and highly affectionate toy companion. IGs make decorative couch dogs, but at heart they are flash-and-dash coursing hounds with an instinct for pursuit.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/italian-greyhound/
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![Irish Wolfhound standing in a field.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Irish-Wolfhound-standing-in-a-field-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Irish Wolfhound
The calm, dignified, and kindly Irish Wolfhound is the tallest of all AKC breeds. Once fearless big-game hunters capable of dispatching a wolf in single combat, Wolfhounds today are the most serene and agreeable of companions.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/irish-wolfhound/
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![Ibizan Hound sitting in profile in the desert.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Ibizan-Hound-sitting-in-profile-in-the-desert-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Ibizan Hound
The Ibizan Hound is a lithe and leggy visitor from the dawn of civilization, bred as a rabbit courser on the rocky shores of Spain’s Balearic Islands. World-class sprinters and leapers, Ibizans need ample space to air out their engines.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/ibizan-hound/
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![Hanoverian Scenthound standing facing left outdoors.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Hanoverian-Scenthound.1-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Hanoverian Scenthound
The Hanoverian Scenthound has a calm and assured temperament, at the same time sensitive with his handler, and choosy and discerning with strangers. He has high capabilities of concentration in any tracking work with strong loyalty to the hunter in charge.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/hanoverian-scenthound/
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![Greyhound running in a field.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Greyhound-running-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Greyhound
The champion sprinter of dogdom, the Greyhound is a gentle, noble, and sweet-tempered companion with an independent spirit. For thousands of years these graceful hounds have been an object of fascination for artists, poets, and kings.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/greyhound/
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![English Foxhound standing in a field with a pack.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/English-Foxhound-standing-in-a-field-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
English Foxhound
The English Foxhound is a substantial galloping hound of great stamina. His long legs are straight as a gatepost, and just as sturdy. The back is perfectly level. And the chest is very deep, “girthing” as much as 31 inches on a hound measuring 24 inches at the shoulder, ensuring plenty of lung power for […]
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/english-foxhound/
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![Bluetick Coonhound standing in the forest in Autumn.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Bluetick-Coonhound-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Bluetick Coonhound
The sleekly beautiful Bluetick Coonhound is a sweet and affectionate charmer who might enjoy snoozing in the shade, but in pursuit of quarry he is relentless, bold, and single-minded. His off-the-charts prey drive must be channeled.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/bluetick-coonhound/
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![Bloodhound on a scent in the woods.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Bloodhound-on-a-scent-in-the-woods-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Bloodhound
The world famous “Sleuth Hound” does one thing better than any creature on earth: find people who are lost or hiding. An off-duty Bloodhound is among the canine kingdom’s most docile citizens, but he’s relentless and stubborn on scent.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/bloodhound/
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![Black and Tan Coonhound sitting facing forward.](https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Black-and-Tan-Coonhound-On-White-031-400x267.jpg)
Dog Breeds
Black and Tan Coonhound
Large, athletic hunters who work nights, Black and Tan Coonhounds are friendly, easygoing hounds who love company. They are snoozy by the fireside but tenacious when on the trail of the wily raccoon. This hound is a real American original.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/black-and-tan-coonhound/
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