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[quote=Anonymous]OP, some of your troubles are definitely breed related.  Hounds were bred to be relatively independent hunters that follow their nose.  You are seeing that manifest in not needing to be next to you at all times, seeking out snacks anywhere they exist, etc.

Harness this for good though!  Instead of trying to wear out a dog who was bred to run and hunt for miles with a few walks, tire out her brain.

Easy fixes:
Food is never given in a bowl.  Kibble can be put in food dispensing toys (kong wobbler, snoop, twist n treat), tossed on the grass in the backyard for her to "forage", or hidden around the living room on a rainy day and taught the command "find it".

Moderately intensive fixes:
Use her daily allotment of kibble to train her using "shaping" methods.  Google 101 things to do in a box.  Hounds are super food motivated, use that to your advantage.

Bigger commitment:
Sign up for nosework classes!  I don't know where you're located, but you can look up certified instructors here: https://education.k9nosework.com/findinstructor If they are through a facility, they probably offer classes.  You will build a bond with your dog by doing a fun activity, your dog will tire her brain out, and you'll learn skills you can practice at home.  If you like it, it's a gateway to 100000 other dog sports that require a bit more commitment (agility, disc, flyball) or ones that require a drive to get to (dock diving, coursing, tracking).

Good luck.  I think a lot of people are overwhelmed by their first dog.  Next time you'll know to search for specific traits when seeking out a breed or mix, because you'll know what's important to you.  You just don't know until you experience it sometimes.[/quote]

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