The Artois Hound is a rare breed of dog and a descendant of the Bloodhound. A scent hound 22-23 inches high at the withers weighing anything between 55 and 65 pounds it is a well constructed dog with a slow graceful gait. It has a large strong head a medium-length back and a pointed tail that tends to be long and sickle-shaped. Their ears are set at eye level; they have large prominent eyes and quite thick lips.