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184 GUIDE T O BREED S

HELLENIC HOUND

THIS FAST AND POWERFUL HOUND HAS A STRONG CHARACTER AND A GREAT NOSE FOR SCENT FCI

Height range Descended from the traditional scent hounds of ancient Greece, Shallow
18–22 in (45–55 cm) the Hellenic Hound has a musical hunting voice that carries over long stop
Weight range distances. Once used to hunt boar and hare, if trained with care,
37–44 lb (17–20 kg)
the breed can be a pleasant companion; however, without
Life span 11 years plenty of space to run in, it can develop bad behavior.
Origin Greece Back long in
proportion to height
Graceful,
Typical hound- powerful
shaped head neck

Drop ears with
rounded tips Tan markings
on face
Short, smooth,
black and tan coat

Tail tapers to
pointed tip

MOUNTAIN CUR

THIS TOUGH AND COURAGEOUS DOG IS A NATURAL HUNTER BUT RESPONDS WELL TO TRAINING

Height range Originating in North America when early settlers from Europe crossed
16–26 in (41–66 cm) their hunting dogs with native dogs, the Mountain Cur was first recognized
Weight range in the 1950s. It is still used for hunting racoon and larger game such
40–60 lb (18–27 kg)
as bears. Mountain Curs are not indoor dogs, but with the
Life span 12–16 years right training, they make good companions. Short, dense,
red coat
Origin USA Muscular back

Strong,
muscular
Other colors neck
Broad head
White
markings
Variety of on chest
colors Drop ears

Large,
dark eyes
White tips
on toes

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