Human orientation
Medium-high rating: affectionate in the family. Behavior depends on upbringing.
THE PAW CATALOG
German hound
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History of the German Hound breed
Origin: Germany
It originates from Westphalia in Germany and was registered as a separate breed in 1900. The German Breeding Club was founded in 1896 and is still responsible for breeding and testing. Local types of brakes were combined into one breed, previously known by regional names: Alpine and Westphalian brakes. The breed was recognized by the FCI (No. 299).
The German Hound (Deutsche Bracke) is a medium-small (40-53 cm) hunting hound with a short, stiff, almost bristly coat, usually three-colored: red-yellow with a black crest. Affectionate in the family, persistent in following and has a great sense of direction. Requires a lot of movement and hunting work.
Sizeaverage
OriginGermany
Life is nearby
A hunting dog that feels best in a family, not in an enclosure. Suitable for hunters or very active owners.
Walks
Long walks, running and olfactory work are required. Traditionally, it hunts mainly deer, as well as hares and foxes.
Training
Persistent on the trail, flair and passion prevail over commands. It takes patience, drive and a reliable recall signal.
Care
The short, hard coat is combed once a week. Ears are examined especially, nails are trimmed, teeth are cleaned.
Children
Friendly in the family. Vigorous games with children are supervised.
Other animals
He works both in a pack and alone, so he gets along with dogs. Small animals for the hound prey.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
Average score: persistent on the trail, but the sense of smell prevails.
Zooaggression
Average score: gregarious, small animals - prey.
Health and reproductive risks
There is no comparable survival estimate for the breed in the British cohort used. The absence of the mentioned risk does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases.
Ease of care
High rating: short coat requires minimal maintenance.
Health
Breed screening
Breed screening: descriptions of hereditary diseases of the "German Hound" breed are few. Ask the breeder for the written results of the parents' examinations and the current requirements of the club.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal system: the growth and load of the "German Hound" breed should correspond to its age. Lameness, pain, or reluctance to move require a veterinary examination.
Eyes and heart
The condition of the eyes and heart is included in the routine examination. Narrow examinations, for example by an ophthalmologist or a cardiologist, are prescribed as needed.
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