Post by Gunslinger on Dec 2, 2005 21:39:39 GMT -5
The ability to follow a scent has always been valued and superb scent trackers were developed separately in lowland Europe at the St. Hubert Monastery and in Britain. It was mentioned by Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius in his history of the Roman Empire. This dog has been known as a breed since at least the Middle Ages. Its excellent tracking skills were a target as it was used in the development--intentional or unintentional--of other fine tracking breeds such as the American Coonhound, Swiss Jura Hound, Bavarian Mountain Hound, and many others.
What hound is this describing?
What hound is this describing?
