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148 GUIDE T O BREED S

AUSTRIAN BLACK AND TAN HOUND

SUPPLE AND TIRELESS, THIS DOG IS SUITED TO TRACKING PREY ACROSS MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN FCI

Height range Sometimes known as the Brandlbracke, the Austrian Black and Tan markings
19–22 in (48–56 cm) Tan Hound has descended from the Celtic Hound. Popular locally, above eyes
Weight range it was bred to seek out hare and track down wounded animals
33–51 lb (15–23 kg)
with its highly tuned senses of smell and direction. It works
Life span 12–14 years eagerly and has a calm temperament.
Origin Austria
Body length longer
than leg length

Drop ears
Smooth, short, thick,
black and tan, close-fitting
coat with silky sheen
Tucked-up
belly
Long, tapering
tail hangs
down at rest
Tan markings
on lower legs

SPANISH HOUND

A STRONG-WILLED HUNTING DOG OF NOBLE ANCESTRY FCI

Height range The ancestors of the Spanish Hound date back to the Middle Ages. Long, straight
19–22 in (48–57 cm) Also known as Sabueso Español, this dog is a specialized, lone hare muzzle
Weight range hunter that will track its prey all day, following the commands of an
44–55 lb (20–25 kg)
experienced owner. There is considerable variation in the height
Life span 11–13 years of this breed, with males being much larger than females.
Origin Spain Compact, sturdy,
rectangular body,
longer than leg length

Long,
Fine, smooth pendant ears
hair over Curved tail,
loose skin held saberlike

Broad
chest Short, white
and orange
coat

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