bloodhound

Example Sentences

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Bruno, a seven-year-old bloodhound, had been hailed as a hero for finding nine missing people during his career, and was once honoured by Italy's prime minister.

From BBC • Jul. 7, 2025

But a petit basset griffon Vendéen took best in show for the first time last year, as did a bloodhound in 2022.

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024

Sherlock Holmes could have used a pug, not his favored bloodhound, to sniff out clues and gotten the same results, a study suggests.

From Science Magazine • May 1, 2024

The Riverside Police Department assisted the Ontario Police Department with their search, bringing in helicopters and a bloodhound, but weren’t able to find the man.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2023

Gabe could sniff out money like a bloodhound, which was surprising, since his own smell should’ve covered up everything else.

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan