German Hound

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Size: Medium
Other Names: Deutsche Bracke
Country of Origin: Germany
Accreditation:
United Kennel Club (UKC): Scenthound

The German Hound is a medium, rectangular scenthound with a long head, dropped ears, and a short tricolor coat. The body is built for all-day tracking in forest rather than for pack racing on open ground.

A medium pack hound with a short coat and a musical hunt voice; he wants forest miles, not a closed-in city day.

The German Hound, or Deutsche Bracke, is a German scenthound used on hare and fox, and to follow wounded game. It is a specialist tracking dog more than a large pack hound. The UKC classes it as a Scenthound.

Height: 16–21 inches
Weight: 35–44 pounds
Color: Tricolor: red to yellow with a black saddle and white markings
Coat: Short, very dense, and harsh
Lifespan: 12–14 years
Litter size: 4–7 puppies

Temperament

These hounds are typically friendly with their hunter and determined on a track. They have a musical voice and will follow a scent out of an unfenced yard. They need more work than a short walk.

Training

Train the recall early and use a long line. Scent drive is strong.

Care and grooming

Wipe the short coat and clean the ears after work in cover.

Shedding

Low to moderate.

Health

The breed is generally hardy. Ear infections are the issue most often seen after field work.

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