There is no fixed and widely recognized standard for the selection of the top ten hounds in the world. The following are some of the hound breeds that are popular around the world:

1. German Shepherd: known for its excellent Known for their hunting abilities and versatility, they are also often used as police dogs and household pets.

2. Belgian Malinois: Strong and powerful, it is very suitable for hunting large prey.

3. Afghan Hound: Noble and elegant, known for its excellent speed and agility, it is often used to track and hunt large prey.

4. Greyhound: Slender and extremely fast, it is known as "the fastest dog in the world" and is a hunter's right-hand man.

5. Bloodhound: Tall in size, with a keen sense of smell, it is known for its excellent tracking ability and persistent pursuit of prey.

6. Doberman Pinscher: Medium size, compact structure, extremely high IQ, keen observation, often used for hunting and protection.

7. Rottweiler: medium to large in size, powerful, and famous for its excellent guarding ability and hunting skills.

8. Norwegian Elkhound: Strong and powerful, it is mainly used for tracking and hunting elk.

9. Lambrador Retriever: Large in size and athletic, it is widely used for hunting and chasing birds.

10. Golden retriever: extremely popular, with water-loving nature and natural hunting instinct, it is the best partner for hunters.

These hound breeds each have their own characteristics and are adapted to different hunting environments and prey types.