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178 GUIDE T O BREED S

BAVARIAN MOUNTAIN HOUND

AMENABLE TO TRAINING, THIS HOUND NEEDS PLENTY OF PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITY FCI

Height range This handsome hound, with a relatively light build, was first bred Dark, alert
eyes
17–20 in (44–52 cm) in the 1870s specifically to work in mountainous regions. A peerless flat head
Broad,
Weight range tracker, the Bavarian Mountain Hound is used to follow large game,
55–77 lb (25–35 kg)
such as wild boar and deer. Steady-natured, though needing a lot
Life span 10 years of exercise, it makes a good family dog.
Origin Germany
Back rises
slightly toward
hindquarters
Dark mask
Other colors

Broad,
pendant ears
Fawn to biscuit
Coat may be brindled and may
have a small, light-colored Short, harsh,
patch on chest. close-fitting, red coat

HANOVERIAN SCENT HOUND

BRED FOR STRENUOUS WORK, THIS SUPERB TRACKING DOG IS NOT A GOOD HOUSE DOG FCI

Height range A classic big game tracker, dogs of this type have been well Strongly
defined
19–22 in (48–55 cm) established since the Middle Ages, when they were taken hunting stop
Weight range on leashes. The modern breed, little changed in appearance,
55–88 lb (25–40 kg)
is still used for tracking wounded game. Intensely
Life span 12 years loyal to a trusted handler, this dog Strong, long back
Origin Germany is cautious with strangers.
Pendulous
flews

Long tail with
slight curve
Slight
wrinkling
on forehead High-set, broad,
pendant ears
Short, thick,
harsh-textured,
dark brindled,
deer-red coat

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