12/30/2014  Matilda was returned today to PRBJ as her new owner became ill and unfortunately, could not care for her.  Sadly, he had no choice but to return Matilda. He did say, "Matilda is  a 'PERFECT' dog; she is crate trained and amazing~ I had absolutely NO PROBLEMS with her at all." Matilda is again looking for her new family; one where she can call home furever...will that be yours?


Matilda was found as a stray along with her sister, Zelda.  They are both very sweet and get along with other dogs.  We do not know much about them as yet but as we observe them more we will update their pages.  Matilda is a Hound mix and would do best if adopted with her sister, Zelda as  Zelda is very attached to Matilda.  They are so adorable; the two of them together.  You will not regret adopting two fabulous dogs~


General Information about Hound Dogs
All of the dogs listed below belong to the collection of dogs referred to as Hound Dogs. As implied by its name Hound Dogs have been bred to chase (or hound) a quarry by sight or smell, or a combination of both senses. Sighthounds have exceptional eyesight, combined with the speed and stamina necessary to catch the intended prey once seen, typical examples being the Greyhound and the Whippet. Hounds which rely strongly on the sense of smell to follow the trail of a prey, such as the Bloodhound, quite literally follow their noses, speed and eyesight is of less importance.

Characteristics and features have been introduced and strengthened by breeding from animals who already demonstrated the desired traits. Breeding for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century. Before this time dogs and puppies were bred to increase useful abilities and traits helpful for the duties they were intended for. Thus, the various hound breeds were initially introduced to help man according to specific requirements such as hunting and running, flushing out and driving game, vermin hunting, guard duties and tracking.

In this day and age only a few hounds still undertake these tasks, but nevertheless, they still harbour the skills and characteristics that made the original Whippet dog breeding program successful. The Hound Breed Group of dogs differ in that some hunt by scent and others by sight. Many hounds are kept in packs, in outdoor kennels. Any dogs and puppies belonging to the Hound breeds require a significant amount of exercise as they have high stamina levels suitable for hunting quarry. There are some breeds in this group who make a distinctive ' baying ' sound - invaluable information should be considering puppies.