Oddly, as many breeds as I've dealt with, I've never even seen a Bloodhound. If you don't get much info here, email some breeders that are established.

 

I have never owned a bloodhound but have known folks who have and have been around them in the confirmation ring. While I love the look, unless I was going to buy one for real work (tracking) I wouldn't own one. They are hard to find, very expensive, they have a very strong musky odor, are very hard to train and wander no matter what. You cannot let a bloodhound sleep on your front porch and expect that he'll be there in the morning. Recall can be taught but it is difficult and a strong scent will always win over.

Sorry - not the most encouraging response but I would rather be realistic. Someone that has actually owned a BH may dispute what I said. This is just my experience.

Did you post in the Pet Forum too?

 

Until recently we had a red male bloodhound as a family pet. We do live in the country and he was allowed to run loose. He was obedient, and very good with kids. The only thing is a scent trail that interest them becomes more important than anything. "Festus" would come when called though, and they are very good about always ending up back home after the chase.