What is a good hound dog that is good with family?

I'm looking for a nice, classic lazy hound dog. Who still wont mind doing things such as swimming or walking but generally has that "I don't care" attitude, but is friendly towards most people. I'm open to mutts also! Thanks!

If you're opened to mutts why not check out petfinder.com, I'm sure they have a dog that's perfect for you and your family. I found my last dog on there, such a great way to find a new friend/family member!

Generally, hounds aren't lazy as they're sterotyped to be. Although, take a look at the AKC's Hound Group, click on the breed and research away! http://www.akc.org/breeds/hound_group.cfmMutts aren't predictable, but there's lots of them in shelters that you can generally get a "feel" of their personality before adopting out.http://www.petfinder.com/ is a great place to start for adopting mutts.

I hesitate to suggest this, especially if you plan on leaving this hound alone, AT ALL really, but Bassets are super within a family situation. Provided you go to a good breeder, who is known for producing sound stock, he'd be wonderful. BUT please don't get one - or any hound really - if you plan to leave him for more than 4 hours (adult) in a day on his own. Hounds in particular are pack animals, and will become noisy, destructive, dirty, all of it, if left on their own. They are not really lazy, contrary to public belief, and as youngsters, can be on the go all day. They need proper fencing, being a hunting breed and prone to follow their noses, regardless. They are not keen on swimming, although we had three who loved to get into our pond, and as for walking, not at all before 6 months, and then only gradually building them up until they are a year.Some can be shy - but again, find a good breeder, if you decide on this, who is producing happy well-adjusted stock - unfortunately this is a breed which has become too popular for it's own good, and there are BYBs churning them out.They are big - often taking up the same space as a Lab, on short legs. So perhaps a Beagle might be better - more active, but with the same 'don't leave alone/hunting' problems.And then there's the sight hounds, which might interest you!! Hope some of this helps.

Wow joey you just described out Black Mouthed Curr. It is a not too big breed with a great coat (short and clean) big hearts (brave as the day is long0 great hunters and can bay at the longing for dad's truck till the cows come home. In fact, this is the breed the movie Old Yeller was written about. The honey colored coat can also be in brindle. And they are pot lickers. You will say this is the best dog of your life you spend 350 on the dog to get a good one.

the basset hound is a perfect dog for you! theyre very lazy and NEVER show any signs of agression...they love kids and are just happy lazy dogs.......sometimes when im at my dads house a basset hound walks over and shes so funny cuz shell just stand there and follow me around and occasionally jump on me to stretch...this link contains info about basset hounds including there coat overview temperament and care... http://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/breeds/1100023/ and that same website can help you find one to adopt or you can use petfinder....i found my 7 month old shepherd mix on petfinder...or you could just check out your local shelter so you can have some time to get to know the dog before you adopt it...

What about a Greyhound or a Beagle? They both fit what you're looking for in my opinion. The Greyhound more so.http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/greyhound.htmhttp://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beagle.htmAlso if you're open to mutts or purebreds without papers, you should visit you're local pound or shelter to look at the wide variety of pets available for you. You should find both the above breeds there at some point so keep an eye out or ask the shelter to contact you if the breed of dog your after comes in.The other thing is if you aren't opposed to adult dogs there are plenty of retired greyhounds looking for homes who aren't necessarily old. Contact the organisations in your area and see whats available.Good luck on finding a new dog!

Rhodesian Ridgeback for sure! They are the lion hunting hound and are the best dogs in the world, I have one and she fits what you want well. Generally, if I am just sitting inside then she sleeps but if i go out and swim she comes and enjoys the water with me. Her energy level always matches mine. Easy dog to manage, rarely needs a bath and almost never barks and on top of that they are easy to train, such fast learners. She is very sweet and has so much personality, my whole family adores her. They are wonderful dogs for a family. Let me know if you want to know more

I'm partial to the scenthounds for many reasons. To fit your description I would suggest maybe a Bloodhound. I would suggest a Basset Hound as they are also great with family, but you mentioned swimming and Bassets due to their heft in weight (there bone is quite dense) and their short legs swimming is not something that they excel well at and they often shy from the water.But you have to understand that not all hound dogs are lazy. The typical picture of the Bloodhound lazing on the porch outside the sheriffs station or outside someone's home is not always true. Do not think that if you get a hound that it will be sleeping 24/7! Sure, my Basset Hound is lazy and does sleep most of the day, but at the same time he gets these bursts of energy that come out of nowhere and before long he is ripping around the kitchen doing circles around the table, barking and absolutely going mad!So there are times where they can have lots of energy and do need lots of exercise, especially the Bloodhound. They both do well with children, and typically as part of their temperament do well with all people and other animals. They do have that easy going temperament typical to most scenthounds, and they are people dogs meaning they always need to be by your side or with you at all times. These are not dog breeds for someone who is going to leave them outside or won't be home often. They need human contact and attention or else they can turn destructive or use their wonderful howling voices when left alone.There is A TON of more information that you need to consider before taking on any hound breed, that I honestly don't really have enough space to type it all. Please do your research as hound breeds typically are often discarded after a couple months or years after owners realize they are not what they wanted in the first place. (scenthounds)Scenthounds typically Bloodhounds and Bassets can be very hard to train, are stubborn and willful, and often do not listen. They are gluttons by nature, drool a lot, fart a lot, have a hound odor, and will run away if ever left off leash, or they get loose. They are escape artists generally and will often try at all attempts to get free. These among many more are the negatives to these breeds.However, on the same hand, they are loving, caring, loyal to their owners and great with children. They are gentle and sweet and are true companions to the end. Would I recommend a Basset Hound or a Bloodhound for a family? Yes, but ONLY after extensive research!!Good luck.Here's some more sites with information on these breeds:http://www.just-basset-hounds.com/owning-a-basset-hound.htmlhttp://www.bloodhounds.org/page3/page19/rightbreed.htmlhttp://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bassethound.htmhttp://www.dogbreedinfo.com/bloodhound.htm