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SCENT HOUNDS



           Bosnian Rough-coated Hound


                 HEIGHT  18–22in (45–56cm)      Tricolor
                 WEIGHT  35–55lb (16–25kg)
                 LIFE SPAN  12 years

          Formerly known as the Illyrian Hound,                                                            Dark red,
                                                                                                           drop ears
          this breed has been a hunter’s
          companion since the 19th                                                    Large, oval,
          century. A hardy, solidly                                                   chestnut-
                                                                                      brown eyes
          built dog, it has a thick,
          coarse-haired coat that
                                                                                              Blackish area
          enables it to work in                                                             on back extends
                                                                                           from neck to tail
          bitterly cold weather
          and through thick                                                         Reddish yellow
                                                                                    hair on chest
          undergrowth.                                                              and legs




                     Bicolor                       Long, wiry,
                                                 coat has thick
                                                    undercoat

               Catlike
              hind feet







           Montenegrin Mountain Hound


                 HEIGHT  17–21in (44–54cm)
                                                                                                                                    Tan
                 WEIGHT  44–55lb (20–25kg)                                                                                       markings
                 LIFE SPAN  12 years

          Also known as the Serbian Mountain
          Hound, this rare dog from the Planina                                                              Long,
                                                                                                         pendant ears
          region of Serbia has a calm, gentle nature
          that is appreciated by nonhunting                             Moderately
                                                                        developed
          owners. Nevertheless, it remains a                            flews
          superb hound for hunting fox and
          rabbit, or even larger animals such                     Tail carried
          as deer and wild boar.                                saber fashion






                                                                                                                            Black and tan
                                                               Tan markings                      Glossy coat—
                                                               on chest                          rough to the
                                                                                                 touch










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