Compared to other purebred dogs, Bloodhounds suffer an unusually high rate of gastrointestinal ailments, with gastric dilatation volvulus (bloat) being the most common type of gastrointestinal problem [REF].
Bloodhounds in a 2004 UK Kennel Club survey had a median longevity of 6.75 years,[REF] which makes them one of the shortest-lived of dog breeds [REF].