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Home > Encyclopedia > Breeds > Dog breed cards > German Hound

23/09/2000

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German Hound

Other names : Deutsche Bracke

Native country : Germany

History

This ancient breed comes from the Sauerland region of northwestern Germany. Its standard was not written until 1955.

Description

The very hardy and enthusiastic German Hound hunts hare in the mountains and tracks wounded large game. His calmness and even temper make him a good companion dog. He needs firm training.

Advice

He needs space and exercise and requires regular brushing.

Function

Hunting dog. Companion dog.

In details...

Head:Lightweight. Slightly domed skull. Pronounced stop. Straight nosebridge. Darkly pigmented lips.
Ears:Set on fairly far back, wide, long, hanging flat.
Eyes:Medium in size. Dark brown. Edge of eyelids pigmented.
Body:Robust. Muscular neck. Long, broad chest. Moderate tuck-up. Straight, well-muscled back. Croup not too long, slightly sloping.
Tail:Long, covered with dense hair (brush), hanging loosely.
Hair:3 to 5 cm long (1 to 2 in), straight, firm, very dense. Dense undercoat.
Coat:Dark reddish-fawn, may be slightly smoky (black tips), or black and tan. Also allowed: light reddish-fawn or black with limited or indistinct tan markings. White spots undesirable.
Size:Dog: 37 to 38 cm. (14.5-15 in).Bitch: 36 to 37 cm. (14-14.5 in).
Weight:Approx. 20 kg. (44 lb).
Group:Scendthounds and related breeds