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CATALOG OF BREEDS | SCENT HOUNDS

Pendant ears
Serbian Tricolored Hound

HEIGHT 17–22in (44–55cm)
WEIGHT 44–55lb (20–25kg)
LIFE SPAN 12 years

Once regarded as a variety of the Black mantle
Montenegrin Mountain Hound
(see p.179), this rare breed has
striking white markings that
distinguish it from its relative.
Used to hunt fox and rabbit,
or occasionally larger
game, it also makes a
gentle and devoted
family dog.
White hair on
chest reaches
Tricolor
to end of
Short, abundant, breastbone
gleaming coat
White
legs

White tip
to tail

Serbian Hound Black markings
on either side
of temples
HEIGHT 17–22in (44–56cm)
WEIGHT 44–55lb (20–25kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–14 years

This pack-hunting dog with
a booming voice tracks game
Pendant ears
of all sizes from rabbit to elk Slanting, oval eyes
and boar. Away from the hunt,
it is sweet-natured and makes
a good companion for an
active family, especially
if there are other dogs
around. The Serbian
Hound is also a
Prominent
fine watchdog. breastbone

Smooth coat Red with
black mantle

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