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hungarian hound (Magyar Agár)
Hungría FCI 240 . Short-haired Sighthounds

Lebrel Húngaro

The nature of hungarian hound, like its appearance, It is elegant. Extremely sensitive and smart, friendly sweetie, but never nosy.

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History

The hungarian hound is a real specialty among Hungarian dog breeds. But, it is perhaps the least known four-legged Hungarian. It has been threatened with extinction several times throughout its history, although he is a very valuable and lovable companion with an impressive talent for hunting. Due to its rarity, has crossed with other dogs over the years, reason why many people nowadays do not consider that the Greyhound non-hunter kept for hobby purposes is a hungarian hound pure breed.

Its origin

Like all Greyhounds, the ancestor of this Hungarian breed also comes from Egypt. They first appeared around the third millennium BC, the first finds come from that time. Several theories were born about its formation, but the only thing certain is that they reached the Carpathian Basin with the Hungarian conquerors, who used them for hunting. The first memories of hungarian hound go back to the time of San Esteban. At that moment, This Sighthound it was very popular, just like it was a fashionable pastime in the days of Matthias Hunyadi. The king himself often spent his time hunting with them on horseback.. After his death, with the country divided into three parts, the breeding of hungarian hound started to decline.

During Turkish rule, the hungarian greyhound was crossed with oriental type greyhounds. Hunting went from being a real hobby to poaching, since it was the best way to hunt without attracting attention.

The reformist count István Széchenyi popularized greyhound racing and the hungarian hound became the national dog. At that time, Greyhound races were considered special and prestigious social events. Almost constantly, associations were formed to deal with the breed and hunting with it. Horse and greyhound racing also attracted foreigners. This is how English thoroughbreds and the “English Greyhound” were introduced into Hungary.. The resistance of the indigenous race was a rare treasure, but it did not correspond to the speed of the English Greyhound. Thus, the two dogs crossed often and the hungarian hound lost its original character. Thus, many people continue to question the Hungarian character of the greyhound, some say the old character has completely disappeared from current dogs.

After World War II, the breed almost disappeared. In 1963 a movie was made about King Matthias, for which they were needed hungarian sighthounds. But, this dog was so rare that it was almost impossible to find one in the country. For the movie, nature filmmaker and hunter Kálmán Szigethy found some specimens, bought them and started raising them. Thanks to Szigethy, the hungarian hound revived and in 1966 was officially recognized by the FCI. Since then, it has slowly but inexorably spread throughout Europe and is not in danger of extinction. In 2004, all breeds of domestic dogs, including hungarian hound, were declared a national treasure by the Hungarian Parliament, and in 2017 it was even named hungarian heritage dog.

Physical characteristics

The hungarian hound it is a thin hunting dog, his joints are dry and his musculature is prominent. The chest is flat and deep. The trunk is rectangular. The coat is short and of varied colors, and is bred in most greyhound colors.

Body weight of 22-31 kg, according to sex, and height at the cross of 62-70 cm.. It has a strong bone structure and a long head with character.. Almond-shaped eyes, dark brown. Black nose. The ears are called rose ears, that are small and bent back. Long tail, fine, regularly screwed. Its movement is flexible, elegant and graceful.

When run, can reach speeds of up to 60 km/h.

Life expectancy is 12-14 years.

Video of the Hungarian Greyhound
Magyar Agár - Agárfesztivál - Osagárd 2008

Character and skills

The hungarian hound has a very persistent and determined character. This is why he is so successful in greyhound racing. Compared to other dogs, can keep fast speed for a long time and, in case of stumbling, will continue on his way with the same vigor. He has a big heart in his deep chest, that helps you gallop with persistence. Radiates strength, elegance and great presence of mind. Although he loves to run, he is not hyperactive. typical of greyhounds, rests relatively frequently but requires a lot of exercise. So, regular daily exercise is important.

Your nature - like your appearance- It is elegant. He's extremely smart and sharp, loving but never intrusive. It is also recommended with children, they love them and a well socialized dog is not aggressive towards them. He is protective of his family but is not a biter and never barks unnecessarily. It is reserved with strangers. Has a balanced temperament, which makes it an ideal family pet. Early socialization and frequent exercise are important, otherwise you may develop behavior problems. This will most likely manifest itself in the flight. It is also excellent for various dog sports, especially greyhound racing, hunting or agility. Its calm nature also makes it ideal as a therapy dog..

Ideal environment

Greyhounds can stay indoors if they get adequate exercise every day. Get plenty of rest and can sleep up to 18 hours a day. Consequently, is very fond of comfort and soft beds. In a garden shed, it is necessary to ensure that a high enough fence is erected around it, since it will easily skip the lowest. He gets along very well with children, if they are treated well. It does not require a particularly active owner and is perfect for a family with an average lifestyle. A great hiking companion.

Grooming

The hungarian hound does not require any special care. You need to bathe him a couple of times a year and clean his eyes and ears at appropriate intervals. Brushing with a brushing glove is recommended once a week. More frequent brushing is recommended during the shedding season.

Health

The hungarian hound it is a healthy breed, does not have any specific disease.

Characteristics "hungarian hound (Magyar Agár)"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "hungarian hound (Magyar Agár)" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Intelligence ⓘ

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Images "hungarian hound (Magyar Agár)"

Photos:

1 – hungarian hound Color: of course by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – hungarian hound by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/magyar-agar-perro-animal-galgo-5016524/
3 – hungarian hound by Magpie (vitalap / edits), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
4 – hungarian hound at the Katowice dog show (2005) by Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
5 – hungarian hound by Hachieko, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
6 – hungarian hound by http://www.magyaragar.eu/blog/tag/ungarischer-windhund/page/24/

Videos "hungarian hound (Magyar Agár)"


Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • FCI – Group 10: Section 3: Short-haired Sighthounds
  • Standard CCC (Canadian Kennel Club / Canadian Kennel Club)
  • Standard KC (The Kennel Club) – Hound
  • Standard UKC (United Kennel Club) – Sighthound and Pariah

FCI breed standard "hungarian hound (Magyar Agár)"

Origin:
Hungary

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
06.04.2000.

Use:

It is a hunting and racing dog that hunts on sight. But, his nose is also remarkable. It is especially suitable for racing and decoy hunting. (coursings) where it is considered by all as highly accredited in long sections. He is a very good companion dog and a faithful guardian..



General appearance:

His appearance radiates strength; bone structure and muscles are well developed. It is elegant.



IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

  • The length of the body is slightly greater than the height at the withers.
  • The length of the muzzle corresponds to half the length of the head.


Behavior / temperament:

Tireless, persistent, fast, hardened and resistant. Excellent for racing.
In some distances it is faster than the Greyhound.
He is reserved by nature but not shy, it's sensible, smart and faithful. Is vigilant; your instinct to protect people, houses or farms is highly developed but with no hint of aggressiveness or sharpness.

Head:

Viewed from above and in profile, it is wedge-shaped with a fairly wide base.

Cranial region:
  • Skull: Moderately strong, broad. The forehead is relatively broad.
  • Stop (naso-frontal depression) : Well marked.

facial region:

  • Truffle: relatively large, well pigmented with large wide windows.
  • Snout: Strong, elongated, although as a whole it is not too pointed.
  • Belfos : Closing well, adherents, well pigmented.
  • Jaws / teeth: Strong jaws, powerful. Scissor bite, complete, well developed and according to the dog's dental formula.
  • Cheeks: Strong, muscular.
  • Eyes: Medium size, dark, neither deeply placed in the sockets nor bulging. Lively and intelligent look.
  • Ears: They are quite large and their weave is thick. Inserted at mid-height, they fold back over the neck in the shape of a perfectly worn rose. In attention they get up. Heavy ears are preferred over light ones. Always erect ears are wrong.

Neck:

Medium length but elegant, dry, muscular, without wrinkles.

Body:

  • Cross: Well developed, muscular, long.
  • Back: Wide, straight, firm, very well muscled.
  • Pork loin: Very wide, straight, heavily muscled.
  • Rump: Wide, slightly descending, with strong muscles.
  • Breast : The rib cage is deep and strongly arched to allow enough room for the heart and powerful lungs.. Well sprung ribs well extended back.
  • Belly: Moderately collected.

Tail:

Strong tail insertion, thick and slightly curved is moderately high. It is moderately thinned and reaches the hock. Its underside is covered by wire hair. At rest it falls vertically to the ground; in action it can be raised to the height of the top line

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS: The forelimbs are strong and tendinous. Seen both from the front and the back, they are straight and parallel.

  • Shoulder: Moderately oblique, Mobile, muscular and long.
  • Arm: Long and somewhat oblique, muscular.
  • Elbows: Elastically conform to the rib cage. They are mobile and must not be turned either inwards or outwards.
  • Forearm: Long, straight, strong bone structure and dry muscles.
  • Carpo: Wide and strong.
  • Metacarpus: Short and vertical to the ground.
  • Front feet: Relatively large, elongated. Strong pads, nails kept short.

LATER MEMBERS: The hindquarters are well angulated but not over angulated., strongly muscled and with good bone strength. Seen from behind are parallel.

  • Thigh: powerfully muscled, with rather elongated muscles.
  • Knee: Moderately angled, strong, not turned neither in nor out.
  • Leg: Long, with dry muscles.
  • Hock: Powerful, strong, low placement.
  • Metatarsals: Seen from behind, both standing and moving are parallel.
  • Rear feet: Relatively large, somewhat elongated with strong pads and nails.

Movement:

Good ground coverage, elastic trot, seen from front and back, limbs move in parallel planes.

Mantle

  • SKIN: Relatively thick, well adjusted all over the body, no creases or double chin.
  • HAIR: Short, thick, rough, smooth and well glued. In winter it can present a dense internal fluff in considerable quantity.
  • COLOR: All known colors and color combinations in sighthounds, with the exception of those colors and combinations of colors mentioned as elimination fouls.


Size and weight:

HEIGHT AT THE WITHERS

  • Ideal height for males: 65 until 70 cm..
  • Ideal height for females: 62 until 67 cm..

The height measured in centimeters is not as important as the harmony of the proportions..



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..



MISS PLAYOFFS

  • Aggressive or fearful dog.
  • Atypical head shape.
  • Upper or lower prognathism, incisor arcade deviated.
  • Missing one tooth or more than one tooth on the incisors, of the fangs, of the premolars 2-4, and molar 1-2; of more than 2 x PM1; go M 3 will not be taken into consideration .
  • Entropion, ectropion.
  • Colors: blue; blue spotted white white; brown; wolf gray as well as black and tan; tricolor dogs.
  • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Magyar agár, Hungarian agar (English).
    2. Magyar Agár (French).
    3. Magyar Agár (German).
    4. Magyar Agár, Lébrel húngaro (Portuguese).
    5. Galgo húngaro, Magyar Agár (español).

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    Havanese
    Cuba FCI 250 . Bichons

    Thanks to its nature, the Havanese is used in therapy with animals

    Bichón Habanero

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    Characteristics "Havanese"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Havanese" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Toilet ⓘ

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    Friendly with strangers ⓘ

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    barking ⓘ

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    Health ⓘ

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    Intelligence ⓘ

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    History

    Like all kind dogs Bichon, as the Coton de Tulear, the Bolognese or the Maltese, the Havanese has its origins in the western Mediterranean, on the Spanish and Italian coasts.

    There are several theories about its appearance.. According to some historians, descends from Bichón de Tenerife, that was brought to Cuba in the 18th century, when several settlers began to settle on the island. Others believe that it is descended from Barbet and the Poodle French bred in France before being brought to Cuba by Spanish settlers, also during the 18th century. But, this hypothesis is much less plausible than the first.

    In any case, as soon as you get to the island, their ancestors evolved to adapt to the climate, developing a lightweight, insulating coat to better tolerate heat. They also crossed paths with Blanquitos de la Habana, another Bichon-type dog that was already established on the island, but that has disappeared. Other crosses were probably made with Maltese, also imported by the settlers. The result was a more massive dog, rustic and robust.

    It also, Cuba was subject to trade restrictions imposed by Spain at that time, and remained isolated for some time: this facilitated the development of a specifically local breed. During the 18th century, the breed was called Habanera, in reference to the city of Havana, capital of Cuba. They differed from other Bichon-type dogs by their fur, softer and that it could be of other colors besides white, and by its morphology. In fact, I was both smaller and bigger than them.

    At the beginning of the 19th century, the Havanese had become a very popular pet among Cuban aristocratic families. European travelers also fell under its spell, and some took them to england, Spain and France, which is why they also became fashionable in Europe in the middle of the century. Writer Charles Dickens (1812 – 1870) and queen victoria (1819 – 1901) were some of the celebrities who owned them and who had a special predilection for this breed.

    After the Cuban revolution of 1959, the race had a bad time. In fact, their number greatly decreased, to the point of being on the verge of extinction. But, some subjects accompanied people fleeing the chaos and went into exile abroad, especially in the state of Florida, in United States. Diplomatic tensions, sometimes very strong, they did not prevent Havanans from beginning to be known in the country. In fact, the breed probably owes its salvation to the individuals brought to the United States, as disturbances in their native territory caused a drastic drop in their numbers. In fact, although the breed continued to be present in Cuba during this period, it was primarily American enthusiasts who took up the breeding torch at this time in history.

    Specialists emphasize in particular the importance of 11 specimens born on the island and who accompanied their masters to the United States: served as the basis for the selection made to constitute new lines. In fact, These 11 dogs were commissioned over the years 70 by the Goodales, a couple of American breeders. Enchanted by the intelligence of the race, its affectionate character and its great resistance to the hot and humid climate of Florida, they gave birth to puppies from the ten copies they possessed and developed a breeding program that was decisive. In fact, It is thanks to his work that the habanero had a new life in the United States and that new lines were born there, based on dogs born in Cuba. The first births took place in 1974, and in 1979 a breed club was created, the Havanese Club of America (HCA). Quickly, went from 9 to more than 400 Member, which shows how quickly this dog found an audience.

    The recognition of Havanese

    Although this country played a decisive role in the survival of the race, the official recognition of Havanans in the United States came late. In effect, we had to wait until 1991 for the United Kennel Club (UKC) take the step. The other local reference organization, the American Kennel Club (AKC), he did the same 5 years later, in 1996.

    El Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) followed him in 1999.

    On the other hand, the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) distinguished himself by recognizing the Havanese in 1963. This contributed to its spread in Europe., where the breed did not really enjoy the same popularity as in the second half of the 19th century.

    In the United Kingdom, was recognized by the prestigious and influential Kennel Club in 1993.

    More broadly, the Havanese is now recognized by all major international and national institutions in the world.

    The situation of Havanese in Cuba

    In Cuba, the flight of a large number of aristocrats (the same ones that constituted the main population of owners of this dog) to the United States and elsewhere could have raised fears of a disappearance of the race in the country.

    But, this was avoided, since not all the owners of habaneros left, and some offspring continued to exist. Even in 1991 the Cuban Club of the Havanese (CCBH) with the aim of promoting the breed, protect it and promote its development. It also, of course, is recognized by the national canine organization, the Cynological Federation of Cuba (FCC).

    Today, the Havanese It is considered the national breed of Cuba – She is the only one from this country.). Obviously, is recognized by the national canine organization, the Cynological Federation of Cuba (FCC). Enthusiasts now hope that the resumption of relations between the United States and the island will allow the exchange of dogs to expand the gene pool of Cuban and American bloodlines..

    Did you know??

    The Habanero It is the national dog of Cuba. Descend from the already gone Blanquito de la Habana; the Blanquito descends from Bichón Tenerife, too late.

    Popularity

    In the news, the Havanese is known and distributed all over the world, and is increasingly successful in many countries.

    This is the case, in particular, from France, where each year some 800 dogs in the French Stud Book (LOF). The breed experienced an especially pronounced boom among 2009 and 2014, going from about 250 births per year to more than 700. Prior to that, the number had already doubled in the first decade of the 21st century, starting from a hundred, stable or even slightly inferior to the years 90.

    In Switzerland, statistics from the Amicus Database show it to be the 20th most common breed in the country, With almost 5.000 registered copies.

    The success of Havanese it is even more pronounced in Canada, where it is solidly anchored at the Top 10 of the most popular breeds in the country in view of the number of registrations in the CKC, standing between the 5th and 7th position depending on the year. The breed is also on the rise, since at the end of the decade of 2000 ranked 15th.

    Its popularity is not denied in the United States either., where the stall is around 25 (of about 200) in the breed ranking established by the AKC based on the number of births registered each year in the organization. In the middle of the Decade of 2000, rather occupied the position 40, and around the 30 early in the decade 2010.

    The Havanese is also increasingly popular in the UK, for example. In fact, at around 500 specimens registered annually with the KC at the end of 2010, more than double the score at the beginning of the decade, when some 200 births per year.

    Physical characteristics

    The Havanese is a small vigorous dog low on short legs, longhair, abundant, soft, preferably wavy. Their movements are alive and elastic.

    Its height to the cross is of 21 to 29 cm., with the ideal of breed between 22,9 and 26,7 cm.. Its height is slightly smaller than the length from the shoulder to the hind legs, which should give the appearance of being slightly longer than it is tall. A unique aspect is the line of its back, straight but not horizontal. Their weight is between the 3,6 and 6,8 kg.

    The truffle is black, the eyes are very large, in the form of almond, never round, Brown most obscure. It has a friendly expression. The contour of the eye should be dark brown to black. The ears are medium in length, implemented relatively high, falling along the cheeks forming a fold that elevates them slightly. Its tip is a bit strong tip. They are covered with hair in long fringes. Nor distant as windmill blades, or glued to the cheeks. It takes the high tail, in the form of pastoral staff (with the curved upper limb, in the form of scrolls) or, preferably, wound on the back; It is equipped with a fringe of long silky hairs.

    With regard to their coat, the inner layer lanosa, is poorly developed; is often absent altogether. The layer of coverage is very long (12-18 cm in an adult dog), soft, flat or wavy, and it can be curly, wicks.

    There are two varieties of color:

    • Pure completely white, Fawn in different shades of the Griffon clear del habano (wetwood tobacco colour); spots of the mantle in these colors, sometimes slightly carborane.
    • White coat colors, light tawny to Brown, with black spots, black cloak. With the black nose and dark pigment around eyes, except for the chocolate-colored dogs, It can have dark brown pigment around the nose.

    Mantle's hair should be long, soft, fluffy, silky and should be brushed frequently so that you do not enrede and form knots.
    Many people consider Havanese Bichon a hypoallergenic dog.

    “Havanese Bichon” Grooming

    Provided that carried his dog an aesthetic Center, remind the professional stylist to revise the ears of your dog so that clean excess match, dust and dirt that might be present; as well as remove excess hair that grows in the ear hole. Deeper ear cleanings can only be done by the veterinarian.

    It is important that you as the owner check your dog's ears and ears at least once a week to avoid more serious problems.. See where this is necessary for inspection and care to the veterinary doctor. Professional groomers should inform the owners of the pets they serve about possible ear problems so that they can be taken care of properly.

    The nails should be cut each 3 to 4 weeks on average, their nails should measure approximately 1 cm., counting the root (which should measure up to half a centimeter). It is recommended that the cutting of nails do the veterinary doctor or the professional stylist. Owners if they do not have adequate experience should ask for advice to learn how to cut them; always using the tools in good condition and appropriate. Never cut the nails of your dog if you don't have special healing powder to control accidental bleeding that might be present. It is important that the dog is confident, post which tends to be aggressive in defending their legs.

    The hair is very thin and fine. It is recommended to consistently styling each 2 or 3 days to prevent knots or lint from forming. It also, the hair helps to get rid of the unhealthy hairs. The breed standard provides for a cut of hair around their feet to avoid that look like a round pie and a small cut around the eyes for hygienic reasons, but no more cutting to participate in dog shows.

    The hair of the Cubs is different from adult dogs, for this reason the agreement differently may be necessary. Check with your professional stylist. Remember your stylist to clean the anal glands of your dog as part of the routine of aesthetics; a veterinarian can also and recommend him to you each time this procedure must be your dog. The problems of anal glands are risky and uncomfortable.

    Character and skills

    They are very playful and good dogs with older people, rather than with the children. They love to climb on furniture and are one of the smallest companion breeds around..

    The Havanese is exceptionally awake, It's easy to educate as alarm dog. Affectionate, cheerful nature, is nice, warm, funny, playful and even a little jester. He wants his entire family, including parents and children, and play endlessly with them. Rarely behaves aggressively, is friendly and is rarely shy or nervous around people, but still suspicious of strangers.

    Ready and active, the Havanese has a light and elastic walk (physically given by his body), enough showy and agile as to emphasize their nature happy, also tends to be proud and conceited. It has free movements of the front limbs which move straight forward and the rear ones giving the push in a straight line.. It would always seek care through tricks as running from one room to another as fast as possible. You don't need too much exercise. This is a very people-oriented variety; They also have the habit of persecuting people without being possessive and play without attack.

    The key word of this race is natural. The standard of the American Kennel Club speaks of one playful character rather than decorative and should reflect a Toy by its size and by playing with children and do tricks, not to be lying on a Silk Pillow.

    Thanks to its nature, These dogs are used in therapy with animals, as for the deaf and in detection of termite among other assistance dog.

    Price

    The price of a puppy Havanese round the 1200 euros on average. But, this amount hides great disparities, since the price range goes from 700 to 2500 EUR.

    whatever the country, the amount required depends on several criteria, as the quality of the lineage from which the animal comes, the prestige of the kennel, as well as, and above all, the intrinsic characteristics of the puppy, especially on the physical plane, that is to say, its greater or lesser approximation to the breed standard.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 9 Section 1
    • AKC – Toy Group , ANKC
    • ANKC Group 1 (Toys)
    • CKC – Group 5 – Toys
    • ​KC – Toy
    • NZKC – Toy
    • UKC – Company

    FCI breed standard "Havanese"

    Origin:
    Cuba

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    31.10.2016

    Use:

    Companion dog.



    General appearance:

    The Havanese is a vigorous little dog, low on legs, longhair, abundant, soft and preferably wavy. Their movements are alive and elastic.

    important proportions: The length of the muzzle is equal to the distance between the frontal-nasal depression and the occipital protuberance.

    The relationship between the length of the body (measured from the tip of the shoulder to the tip of the buttock) and the height at the withers is 4/3.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Exceptionally awake, It's easy to educate as alarm dog. Affectionate, cheerful nature, is nice, warm, funny, playful and even a little jester. He loves the boys and plays endlessly with them.

    Head:

    Long Middle, the relationship between the length of the head and the length of the trunk (measured from the withers to the birth of the tail) is of 3/7.

    Cranial region:
    • Craging: Flat to slightly convex, broad; slightly elevated forehead; seen from above,  it is round at the back and almost straight and square on the other three sides.
    • Dfronto-nasal depression (Stop): Moderately marked.

    facial region:

    • Trufa: black or brown.
    • Hocico: It becomes progressively thinner and slightly towards the truffle; neither pointed nor truncated.
    • Labios: Fine, net, tight.
    • Jaw/Teeth:  Scissor-shaped bite. A complete denture is sought. Absence of premolars is tolerated 1 (PM1) and molar 3 (M3).
    • Cheeks: Very flat, not prominent.
    • Eyes: So big, in the form of almond, Brown most obscure. friendly expression. The contour of the eye should be dark brown to black.
    • Ears: Relatively high deployed, fall along the cheeks in an inconspicuous crease that raises them slightly. Its tip is a bit strong tip. They are covered with hair in long fringes. Nor distant as windmill blades, or glued to the cheeks.

    Neck:

    Long Middle.

    Body:

    The length of the body slightly exceeds the height at the withers. top line: Straight, slightly arched at the loin. Rump: Well inclined.

    • Costillas: Well arched.
    • Belly: Well collected.

    Tail:

    carried high, in the form of pastoral staff (with the curved upper limb, in the form of scrolls) or, preferably, wound on the back; It is equipped with a fringe of long silky hairs.

    Tips

    Former members:
    • Ageneral appearance: Straight and parallel, dry; good bones. The distance between the floor and the elbow should not be greater than the distance between the elbow and the withers.
    • Pinis previous: A bit elongated, small, compact.
    Later members:
    • Ageneral appearance: Good bones; moderate angulations.  
    • Hind feet: A bit elongated, small, compact.

    Movement:

    The Havanese has a light and elastic walk, colorful and agile enough to underline its cheerful character. Well free movement of the forelimbs, which move straight ahead, the posterior ones giving the push in a straight line.

    Mantle

    Plink: The inner layer, woolly, is poorly developed; is often absent altogether. The layer of coverage is very long (12-18 cm in an adult dog), soft, flat or wavy, and it can be curly, wicks.

    Any arrangement is prohibited, all hair length matching with scissors and all waxing.

    Exception: a cleaning of the hairs of the feet is authorized, the hairs on the forehead can be slightly trimmed so that they do not cover the eyes, and the hairs on the muzzle may be slightly trimmed, but it is preferable to leave them natural.

    Codor: Rarely completely pure white, leonado in its different shades (it is admitted with light carbonation), black, tan brown, tobacco color, reddish brown. Stains are allowed in the listed colors. Tan markings are allowed in all shades.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross: of 23 to 27 cm.

    Tolerance: of 21 to 29 cm.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    Serious misconduct:
    • General appearance without tip
    • Truncated or pointed snout, whose length is not identical to that of the skull.
    • bird of prey eyes; eyes that are too sunken or prominent; depigmented spots on the eyelids
    • Too long or too short body.
    • Straight tail, not carried elevate
    • Former members "in lira" (nearby carpus, feet turned outward).
    • Deformed pies.
    • Wire-haired,  sparse hair;  short hair except in puppies; groomed hair.
    disqualifying fouls:
    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
    • Aggressive or fearful dog.
    • Depigmented truffle.
    • Upper or lower prognathism.
    • Ectropion and entropion; eyelid edges completely depigmented.
    • Size that exceeds or does not reach the norms indicated by the standard.


    N.B.:
    • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for breeding

    Lthe latest changes are in bold.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Havanese dog, Havanese Cuban Bichon (English).
    2. Bichon havanais (French).
    3. Havaneser (German).
    4. Bichon havanês, Havanese (Portuguese).
    5. Bichón Habanero, Habanés (español).

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    Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla)
    Hungría FCI 57 . Braque Type

    Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla)

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) They are very affectionate dogs and very attached to their family.

    Content

    History

    The long history of Hungarian Braco (often called Vizsla, as in your home country) is inseparable from that of the Magyar tribes. In effect, the latter were already accompanied by their ancestors when their migrations through the Russian steppes and the Carpathians ended in the ninth century and settled in the Carpathian basin., region corresponding to modern Hungary.

    Writings dating from the period of King Adelbert III (1235-1270) They already refer to a "yellowish dog called Vizsla«, used by the Hungarian people for hunting. Illustrations that appear in a 14th century Carmelite book, as well as a Gothic engraving of the fifteenth century, are considered the first representations of this dog. In the 16th century, it had become commonplace among the Hungarian aristocracy and nobility, that they used it both for hunting and for the companion dog.

    Numerous crosses between hunting dogs took place since the 16th century and gave the Vizsla your current appearance. There is no clear information on the different breeds used, but several sources, including the reference book The Hungarian Vizsla, written by Gay Gottlieb and published in 1985, they mention Setter, German Shorthaired Pointer, Serbian hound, English Foxhound, English Greyhound, Sloughi and Romanian dog breeds. In any case, the goal was always to keep an aspect close to their ancestors, as evidenced by his yellow color and brown nose. The latter distinguishes it from most other pointer breeds., who have a black nose.

    In 1924 a breeding club was formed in Hungary and the first individuals were recorded at that time. In the Decade of 1930 the development of Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) raised fears that the characteristics of the breed would be lost, but a rigorous breeding program under the aegis of the breed club made it possible to separate the breeds and prevent their characteristics from being diluted through inappropriate crossbreeding..

    Like many other races, the Vizsla suffered severely during World War II, but he quickly regained his health. Already in 1954 was recognized by the International Cynological Federation (FCI), which supervises the national organizations of a hundred countries, including France, Belgium and Switzerland.

    It was also in the decade of 1950 when a first specimen was imported into the United States, despite the context of the cold war. This led to the recognition of the breed by the American Kennel Club (AKC) already in 1960.

    The world's leading dog associations followed suit, like the British Kennel Club (KC) in 1971 and the American United Kennel Club (UKC) in 1984. El Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), as well as a large majority of national organizations around the world also recognize it.

    Popularity

    Known all over the world, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) enjoys some popularity in general. But, There are, of course, significant differences between countries.

    in hungary, your country of origin, It's very common. With a total of more than 8.000 individuals registered in the «Magyar Ebtenyészt?k Országos Egyesületeinek Szövetsége«, the reference body of the country, it is even by far the most widespread indigenous breed. Its representatives are three times more numerous than those of the «Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer«.

    In France, made significant progress in the last decades of the 20th century. The number of births registered each year in the French Stud Book (LOF) in the early decade of 1970 increased from about 40 to more than double at the end of the decade. Exceeded 150 at the end of the Decade of 1980, and then entered the new millennium with more than 200 births per year. The number has remained practically stable since then, fluctuando between 200 and 300 annual records, with sometimes significant variations from one year to another. These figures are still relatively modest: to the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) struggles to make a name for himself among the most popular hunting dog breeds, although it is much more popular than its wire-haired counterpart. He "Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer» usually does not have more than 50 births per year.

    They are also quite discreet in Switzerland, since statistics from the Amicus database show that they are not among the 50 most numerous dog breeds in the country.

    The situation is very different in Britain, where is an important and growing success. Has grown from around 1.000 annual registrations at the Kennel Club in the mid-1990s 2000 to 1.500 early in the decade 2010. This digit, already estimated, then doubled over the decade, to the point of approaching 3000 births per year.

    It is also a great success in the United States, occupying the position 30 (almost 200) in the most popular breeds based on annual AKC registration statistics. His wire-haired counterpart is far behind, finishing near the bottom of the rankings at around 160th place.

    It is also successful in some countries far from its homeland, like Argentina, where there is more than 4.000 specimens.

    In any case, el ong>Braco Húngaro de pelo corto is generally much better established than its descendant the «Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer«. Perhaps the only exception is the Czech Republic, where there are some 5.000 of each race.

    Physical characteristics

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it is a medium sized hunting dog. He looks a lot like his descendant the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer, but with a shorter coat and a slightly less voluminous silhouette.

    His body is almost square, slightly longer than tall, with lean, well-defined muscles that leave no room for superfluous curves. The legs are made of solid bones, well muscled and ending in slightly oval legs with brown nails.

    The tail, set a little low and descending to the hock, is wide at the base and then gradually tapers towards the tip. Using this dog for hunting means that it has long been shortened by a quarter of its length to reduce the risk of injury. This practice of cutting off a dog's tail (tail docking) still practiced in some countries, but is currently banned in an increasing number of territories, including France, Belgium, Switzerland and Quebec.

    The head has a broad skull, moderately domed with a moderate stop. The ears, located on the back, they are quite long (about three-quarters of the length of the head) and hang along the cheeks. The eyes are oval and brown in color, as dark as possible. The snout, pretty short, is truncated (not pointed in any way) and ends in a big brown nose, darker than fur.

    The top layer is, of course, short, as the breed name suggests, but also very close and rough to the touch. But, is finer and silkier on the face and ears, a little lighter on the belly and a little longer under the tail. It's important pointing that, unlike in the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) does not have undercoat.

    Whether it is short haired or wire haired, the Vizsla should have a uniform golden wheat color throughout the body except the ears, which are darker in color. Red tones are not desired, brown or discolored. A white mark on the chest or throat is acceptable, but should not exceed 5 cm..

    Finally, sexual dimorphism is well marked in the Vizsla, the male being significantly larger and larger than the female.

    Varieties:

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) appeared in the decade of 1930 as a result of a cross between two females of Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) and a male of German Shorthaired Pointer. Although they are very close, They are considered two separate breeds by international and national canine organizations that recognize them, and not two varieties of the same breed.

    Apart from his longer hair and his characteristic goatee, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer are very similar, if they are not identical, to their ancestors.

    But, specialists have found that on average they are slightly larger and heavier than their short-haired counterparts. This difference is also reflected in the rules of the American Kennel Club, that describes the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) as an average of 1 cm smaller than its descendant. On the other hand, the norm of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) -which is used by the national canine organizations of reference in France, Belgium and Switzerland- does not mention that difference.

    So, if there are some more or less subtle differences in terms of appearance, the same cannot be said in terms of character: in this field, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer hardly differs from his alter ego the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla).

    Character and skills

    The temperament of Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) does not differ by coat length. The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer has the same character traits.

    They are very affectionate dogs and very attached to their family. But, they always feel closer to a particular member of the household, who then becomes his favorite human, and they don't try to hide their prejudice.

    In any case, is much less sociable with people who are not part of the home: he is not aggressive with them, but prefers to ignore them and act as if they are not there… at least as long as they don't represent a danger to him. In fact, his closeness to his family makes him protective of both his family and his territory. Reprimands in a deterrent way when a threat approaches, and does not hesitate to intervene if necessary.

    With the kids, his attitude is similar: he is close and tender with those who live with him, for whom it is an excellent playmate, but ignore his friends who come to the house, or those you meet in the park. Even worse, if you mistakenly perceive certain games with the little one of the family as an aggression on their part, your protective instincts can lead you to react violently, mostly because he's always on the prowl. In any case, know it or not, you should never be left alone with a small child, without adult supervision. This is true for any dog, regardless of race.

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) he is very sociable with his companions, whether they live under the same roof or with strangers you meet on a walk. Having him share your home with another dog is a good way to avoid boredom if his handlers are regularly absent..

    The same cannot be said for a cohabitation with a small animal, that would quickly turn sour. If you have been used to being around the domestic cat from an early age, he has every chance of being considered a full member of your family, and therefore to be left alone. On the other hand, A bird, rodent or reptile is likely to awaken the hunting instinct that has accompanied it for generations. A small animal unknown to him and that he would have the bad idea to pass by during his pilgrimages would also have every chance of suffering a sad fate.. For the same reason, it is advisable to keep it on a leash in places where the probability of such encounters is quite high.

    Bred for centuries to hunt in the wild, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) they are active dogs that must be able to spend at least an hour a day to feel comfortable on their paws. But their resistance allows them to go much further, if given the opportunity. Daily walks are the best part of the day for him, and long weekend outings that allow you to spend several hours in the desert are probably the highlight of your week. If there is a lake or a river in the way, feel free to stop there: without being particularly fond of either, loves water and is a good swimmer. Hunting is, without a doubt, the activity that most allows him to mobilize his independent spirit and his remarkable sense of smell.. It´s, with much, his favorite, but you can also excel in dog sports that also allow these qualities to be expressed, like crawl or cavity. He is also perfectly capable of learning other disciplines, so much so that it is not uncommon to see representatives of the breed on the podiums of obedience or agility competitions.

    Even more, his physical qualities and his resistance also make him a great companion for those who want to run with their dog, ride a bike with him and take him for a ride. On the other hand, given your significant need for exercise, not recommended at all for elderly or overly sedentary people.

    In any case, best kept on a leash in urban or residential areas to avoid drama if small animals pass by, on the other hand, remove it in the wild, so you can run free and vent. This assumes that the withdrawal orders are perfectly acquired, but even when this is the case, it is difficult to fully trust his propensity to return without delay as soon as he is asked to do so. So, it is advisable to equip your dog with a GPS dog collar, so you can easily find it if you venture a little too far, especially since he might not be able to find his way back.

    As long as you are able to exercise enough each day, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it is perfectly suitable for apartment living, If and when, of course, is the right size for your build. Having said that, the ideal for him is still a house with a garden. It goes without saying that the garden must be perfectly closed, to prevent any attempt to chase an animal. It also, although he greatly appreciates being able to go outside at any time to stretch his legs, this dog is not cut out for spending most of his time outdoors: although he can sleep outside, appreciates the comfort of home and the proximity of his family.

    But, They are not the type of dog that will follow your wishes with finger and eye. Centuries of hunting with a high degree of autonomy have made it quite independent, which can be problematic if you are faced with an inexperienced owner or one who is not able to be firm enough to command respect for your dog.

    Having said that, this independence of mind does not mean that he appreciates being left home alone for long periods of time. You can tolerate your family being normally away during the day as long as they pay attention to you at night, but risks destructive behavior if left alone for a whole weekend.

    Last, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) has a powerful voice, but rarely heard. Usually, barks only when threatened, or feel that something really important should be reported.

    Education

    The training of a Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) can be problematic for a caregiver who does not know how to command respect and authority. With his independent character and his intelligence above the average, this dog can quickly turn things around and take control if given the opportunity.

    Clear rules that are established at the beginning and that are consistent over time and among family members help establish discipline that is easy to understand and respect.. Establishing and enforcing these rules is crucial to having a dog that knows what is expected of him and follows it.. But, should not be done in one way; in particular, traditional training techniques should not be used, as they can traumatize the dog and cause blockages. On the other hand, educational methods based on positive reinforcement give much better results.

    At the end, the training of Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) generally does not present any difficulties, not even for a beginning caregiver, as long as the hierarchy is well established. This is all the more true since he is not one of those who question it systematically afterwards.

    So, learning how to call back should be a priority, so that it can be allowed to run freely when the environment is suitable (forest, etc.), instead of having to keep it on a leash at all times. Having said that, it is difficult to expect complete reliability in this matter, given the strength of his hunting instinct.

    Like any other race, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) you should start socializing as soon as you get to your new home. This is generally done without problems, his curious and open nature helps him to quickly get acquainted with different people, animals and situations you may encounter, either occasionally or more regularly. This period should be used to get to know people (friends, neighbors, veterinary, etc.) and the human beings you will meet more or less frequently in your life. It is also the right time to get him used to meeting all kinds of unfamiliar humans and dogs., so you know how to behave in all circumstances.

    Health

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) they are generally robust, with a life expectancy of around 12-14 years, which is in line with the average of dogs of their size.

    Their short coat protects them from both heat and cold, allowing them to live in a wide variety of climates. But, not adapted to extremes, and can't sleep outside when freezing, for example, or run in the sun in the middle of a summer heat wave.

    No dog is immune to disease, and the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) is no exception. In this case, to which it is most exposed are ..:

    • The Hip Dysplasia, a joint problem often favored by a hereditary predisposition, causing pain and difficulty in movement, as well as osteoarthritis with age;
    • Elbow dysplasia, a malformation of the joint, which is also possibly related to a predisposition inherited from parents, and that also causes pain and lameness;
    • Epilepsy, a nervous system disease of often hereditary origin, responsible for more or less frequent and intense seizures. The disease cannot be cured on its own, but your symptoms can be relieved with the help of medication;
    • Addison's disease, a hormonal deficiency that is usually inherited from the parents and manifests itself in various ways: weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, weightloss… The most severe form of the disease is usually fatal, while the chronic form can be kept under control with lifelong treatment;
    • Hemophilia type A, an inherited disorder that prevents blood from clotting properly, and that affects men more than women. May manifest in heavy bleeding, bruising or blood in the urine;
    • Hyperuricosia, a disease also inherited from the parents. Corresponds to an excess of uric acid, leading to the formation of crystals in the urine, which in turn can cause bleeding and kidney failure;
    • Allergies, that can be caused by factors as different as food, the environment or parasites. Allergies can be caused by factors as different as food, the environment or parasites, and most often manifest as itching and redness of the skin;
    • Ear infections, as in most breeds of dogs with drooping ears.

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it is also particularly susceptible to various diseases of the eyes:

    • Progressive retinal atrophy, a degeneration of eye tissue that causes irreparable loss of sight, first at night and then also during the day;
    • Entropion, a defect in the position of the eyelid that can be inherited and causes irritation of the eyeball. The problem can be treated with surgery;
    • Ectropión, an eyelid curl problem also inherited from parents, which also causes eye irritation. Also in this case, an operation remedies the problem;
    • Glaucoma, often hereditary, which is a painful increase in the pressure inside the eye. This leads to blindness if it is not operated as soon as possible.

    It also, people who are used to hunt are particularly exposed to the risk of injuries that this activity implies.

    Since many of the diseases to which the breed is predisposed are or may be hereditary, the adoption of a strict breeder of Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) maximizes the probability of getting a healthy animal, and one that stays that way. In fact, a professional breeder not only ensures that puppies are well socialized from their first weeks of life, but also that they do not inherit a hereditary defect from their parents. To achieve this goal, causes various genetic tests to be systematically performed on the breeding stock in question, and excludes all those who could present any risk. You can also have the resulting puppies examined to confirm the absence of a hereditary condition.. In any case, must be able to present the results of the tests performed, plus a certificate of good health from a veterinarian and the puppy's health or vaccination record, that includes all vaccines that have been administered.

    It also, from the moment he arrives home until the end of his life, it is essential to allow your dog to be regularly examined by a veterinarian for a complete health check. This is necessary at least once a year, and more often as you get older, as it allows early detection of a potential problem and action accordingly. These visits are also an opportunity to have immunizations increased when needed.. At the same time, It is also necessary to ensure that the "child's" antiparasitic treatments are renewed throughout the year., so you are never unprotected at this level.

    Grooming

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it is an easy dog ​​to keep, especially when it comes to fur. A quick weekly brushing is enough to keep the coat clean and healthy. But, frequency should be increased during the two seasonal moulting periods, in spring and autumn. To help remove dead hairs, daily brushing is recommended.

    It is also necessary to bathe from time to time, although the frequency required depends largely on the lifestyle of the animal. If your dog often lives in the woods for long hours and gets very dirty, it may help to give him a bath every month. On the other hand, if you spend most of your time in parks and have little exposure to the elements, bathe him 2 or 3 times a year is potentially sufficient. In all cases, it is imperative to always use a shampoo designed specifically for dogs, since the pH of your skin differs from that of humans.

    Your ears are the part of your body that requires the most vigilance, since its drooping shape facilitates the accumulation of dirt and moisture, and therefore the development of infections (ear infections, etc.). So, must be checked and cleaned every week, as well as drying out every time you have bathed in a lake or river or come back from a long period of time in a humid environment.

    The weekly maintenance session of the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) should also include an exam and, if necessary, cleaning the eyes, to prevent dirt from building up and causing infection.

    It also, like all the other dogs, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) is not immune to tartar and its accompanying problems: bad breath, oral diseases… Brushing the teeth with a toothpaste for canine use is necessary at least once a week, but even more frequent brushing is recommended, even daily.

    The claws of the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) they are particularly hard and therefore do not wear out much, even though he is very active. So, they need to be trimmed every month or so to prevent them from getting in your way or even hurting you. In any case, as soon as you hear them rubbing on the ground when you walk, it's time to take care of them.

    Finally, another good habit to adopt is to check their fur, ears and pads after every long walk in nature, to detect any cuts or scratches, parasites, thorns…

    Take care of a Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) not particularly complex, but knowing how to do it well allows you to be more efficient and at the same time minimize the risks of hurting your pet, or even hurt her. So, it may be a good idea to learn them the first time from a professional groomer or vet. In any case, it is advisable not to wait to accustom your pet to these different manipulations, so that you accept them without hesitation throughout your life.

    Food

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) fits very well with commercially available industrial dog food. Both the choice of products and the definition of the given daily ration must be determined by age, the health status and activity level of the animal.

    The latter can vary from one period to another., particularly in the case of individuals used for hunting. Servings must be adjusted accordingly, to ensure that the animal always provides all the energy it needs. But, this applies both up and down: for example, for a hunting dog, it is essential to return to normal portions once the hunting season is over, otherwise, overweight individuals may become overweight.

    Obesity is not common in the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla), but no dog is immune, especially if you've been spayed or neutered. A good habit is to weigh it every month. If the weight gain is confirmed or even accentuated by the following measures, it is necessary to visit the vet. In effect, only the vet can reliably determine the cause (it may not be related to your diet or activity level, but it may be caused, for example, due to illness or reaction to drug treatment), and propose a solution based on it.

    It also, it is better to divide your daily ration into at least two meals: this makes digestion easier and reduces your propensity to claim, since then he knows he will be fed again later in the day.

    It is also important to avoid giving your pet food intended for humans randomly, although it is very imploring when its owners are at the table, for example. In effect, unless you are sure that this is so, it is likely not meeting your nutritional needs and, therefore, cause more harm than good, especially, of course, if it contains dangerous foods for the canine population.

    Last, like any of their races, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) must be able to quench their thirst at will and have permanent access to fresh water.

    Use

    Historically, the main function of Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it was hunting. Can be used as pointers, runners or recuperators and are capable of working on all types of terrain, without hesitation to get into the water if necessary. It also, can attack both animals and game birds, acting alone or in tandem. But, it's unusual to find her performing in a pack. In any case, its hunting qualities continue to seduce and be used throughout the world today.

    They also allow you to shine in certain canine sports disciplines, starting with the crawl, obedience or agility.

    His popularity can also be explained by his attachment and energy, which make him a wonderful companion dog for a sporty family. A caretaker adept at hiking, on horseback riding or mountain biking you will find in him a tireless companion always ready for new adventures. On the other hand, its need for activity makes it much less suitable for the most sedentary or elderly.

    Last, the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it is also an effective watchdog, whose very protective instinct compensates for a less impressive size than that of some of its races also capable of fulfilling this role.

    Buy a «Hungarian Shorthaired Pointer»

    The price of a puppy Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) is an average of 900 EUR, for both males and females. But, some exceptional individuals fetch much higher prices – until 2.000 euros for those with exceptional characteristics and pedigree.

    in any country, and as in all dog breeds, the price charged depends largely on the more or less prestigious ancestry of the animal, as well as the reputation of the kennel that offers it. But, its intrinsic characteristics continue to be the main determinant of the price of a puppy of Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla). Individuals with the best character traits and physical characteristics closest to the standard are the most sought after, which explains why there can sometimes be significant differences within the same litter.

    Characteristics "Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla)"

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.1: Braque Type
    • AKC – Group 1 (Sports)
    • CKC – Group 1 (Sports)
    • ​KCGun Dog
    • NZKCGun Dog Group
    • UKCGun Dog Group

    FCI breed standard "Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla)"

    Origin:
    Hungary

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    06.04.2000

    Use:

    It is a dog that has repeatedly proven to be a utilitarian hunter.. Both in the field and in the forest, or in the water, has proven to be useful given the typical characteristics it has: highly developed sense of the trail, venteador firm, excellent conduct or behavior to bring the prey, indefatigable chaser of the trail even swimming due to its natural affinity with water. It is capable of surviving extreme weather conditions as well as in the most varied soils.. As a complete hunting dog, the fear of shooting or wild animals is a fault that manifests itself for example in the gathering of prey. Lack of affinity to water is also highly undesirable. Given its unproblematic nature and normal adaptability, It is an excellent dog to live with in the house.



    General appearance:

    Elegant hunting dog with aristocratic appearance, medium size and short hair of yellowish seed color. The construction, rather light, dry, spandrel, gives the image of harmony, of beauty and strength united.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS

    • The length of the body is somewhat greater than the height at the withers.
    • The depth of the chest reaches a little less than half the height at the withers..
    • The snout is a little shorter than half the total length of the head.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Lively, friendly, balanced, easily trainable. The outstanding ability to always be ready, is one of its essential characteristics. Does not support rude or rough training as they can lead to aggressive or shy behavior.

    Head:

    Dry, aristocratic shapely.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Moderately wide, gently domed, on the skull a delicate groove that runs from the moderate occiput to the stop. Supraorbital arches are moderately developed.
    • Depression links (stop) : Moderate.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Wide and well developed nose, if possible with wide open nostrils. The truffle color harmonizes with the hair color in a shade a little darker than the coat.
    • Snout : Romo, not pointed, with powerful and heavily muscled jaws. The nasal helm is straight.
    • Belfos : Firms, adherents with nothing hanging.
    • Jaws/Teeth : Powerful jaws with a scissor bite, perfect, regular and complete. There should be no space between the upper and lower incisors The teeth are inserted more or less at right angles to the jaws, 42 healthy teeth and according to the dog's dental formula.
    • Cheeks : Powerful, good muscular.

    Eyes : Gently oval, medium-sized. The eyelids are well adherent to the eyeball. The look is lively and intelligent. The color of the eyes is brown and harmonizes with the color of the coat, preferred when the eyes are as dark as possible.

    Ears : Insertion slightly back and at medium height. The ear is thin and rests on the cheek, ending downwards in a rounded "V". Its length is approximately three-quarters of the length of the head.

    Neck:

    Medium length and in harmony with the whole of the dog. Very muscular and gently arched nape. Throat skin is firmly attached.

    Body:

    • Cross : Notorious and muscular.
    • Back : companies, well muscled, strong and straight. The bony apices of the vertebrae must be covered by musculature.
    • Pork loin : Short, width, strong, muscular, straight or gently arched. The passage from back to back is firm and compact.
    • Rump : Wide and long enough, it does not cut, gently descends towards the tail, well muscled.
    • Breast : deep and wide, with a moderately developed sill, well drawn and muscular. Sternum pushed back as far back as possible. The sternum and the elbow joints should be at the same height. Ribs moderately sprung. Back ribs with good reach up.
    • Bottom line and belly : Glides firmly back with a graceful, slightly tucked curve.

    Tail:

    Insertion a little low, strong at the start and tapering towards the tip. In countries where there is no formal ban on tail docking, it will be cut into a quarter of its length for hunting purposes. As long as it cannot be cut, reaches hock height. It is straight and its bearing is light saber. In motion the tail rises to the height of the horizontal. The tail must be well covered by good hair and bushy.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen from the front they are parallel. In profile they are seen straight to the ground and located well under the body. Good bone structure and strong muscles.

    • Shoulder : Long scapulae, ideally sloped back and flat. Elastic in movement. Dry and powerful muscles. Good angulation between the scapula and the arm.
    • Arm : As long as possible and well muscled.
    • Elbow : Next to the body, though not tight or turned in or out. Good angulation between arm and forearm.
    • Forearm : Long, straight, good muscular. Powerful bones, not heavy or rough.
    • Carpo : Dried, firm.
    • Metacarpus : Short, only with a very slight incline in your posture.
    • Front feet : Slightly oval, with fingers together and well arched ; strong brown nails. Strong pads, powerful, resistant and slate gray. The feet are kept parallel both in immobility and during movement.

    LATER MEMBERS : Viewed from behind they look straight and parallel. Good angulations. Strong bones.

    • Thigh : Long and well muscled. Good angulation between hip and femur.
    • Knee : Good angulation of the thigh with the leg.
    • Leg : Long, well muscled, fibrous. Its length is approximately equal to the length of the thigh. Good angulation between the leg and the metatarsal.
    • Hock : Strong, dry and stringy. Located relatively low.
    • Metatarsus : Straight, short and dry.
    • Rear feet : Same as forwards.

    Movement:

    His typical gait is a powerful, flowing trot., elegant and with good ground cover, with great rear propulsion and very good front extension. During the search in the field, a voluntary gallop is customary.. The back is firm and the topline remains straight., without loosening. The bearing is well upright. Pasuqueo is not desirable.

    Mantle

    SKIN : companies, adherent, without wrinkles. The skin must be well pigmented.

    HAIR : Short and bushy, it should be rustic and hard to the touch. On the head and on the ears it should be finer, silky and shorter, on the underside of the tail it may be somewhat longer but not too long. It must cover the whole body, in the belly it is less dense. Has no undercoat.

    COLOR : Different shades of yellow seed. Ears may be a little darker, although staying within the coloration. Red colors are not desirable, browned, or very light tones. A small white spot on the chest or throat will not be considered fouls, provided that its diameter does not exceed 5 cm., nor will white marks on the fingers be considered missing. The color of the lips and the edges of the eyelids harmonizes with the color of the nose.



    Size and weight:

    HEIGHT AT THE WITHERS

    • Males 58-64 cm..
    • females 54-60 cm..

    It is unproductive to increase the height at the withers. A medium size is the goal. The set and the symmetry both in static and in movement are by far more important to the size measured in centimeters.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Any weakness in an essential characteristic of character.
    • Sensitive deviation from racial characteristics.
    • Notable deviation from the characteristics of their sex.
    • Atypical head.
    • Spotted truffle.
    • Hanging or slimy lips.
    • Upper or lower prognathism, deviated arch of the incisors and any other option that is not correct.
    • Missing one or more incisors and/or fangs and/or premolars (2-4) and / or molars (1-2) ; lack of more than two PM1, M3 will not be taken into account or considered. Teeth that are not visible will be considered as missing teeth.
    • Supernumerary teeth outside the tooth line.
    • Split palate, harelip.
    • Light yellow eyes, noticeably loose eyelids ; ectropion, entropion, disksis (double lash line).
    • Excessive double chin.
    • Dewclaws.
    • Very serious offenses that prevent normal movement.
    • Atypical fur.
    • Dark brown or faded yellow ; more than one color, color disappeared ; white spot on the chest of more than 5 cm..
    • White feet.
    • Lack of pigmentation both on the skin and on the edges of the lips and eyelids.
    • More of 2 cm.. deviation of the maximum and minimum measurements.

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla), Vizsla, Vizslak (English).
    2. Braque Hongrois à poil court (Vizsla), Vizsla, (en hongrois rövidszőrű magyar vizsla) (French).
    3. Kurzhaariger Ungarischer Vorstehhund (Vizsla), Vizsla, Magyar Vizsla Kurzhaar, (ungarisch Rövidszőrű magyar vizsla) (German).
    4. Braco húngaro de pelo curto, Vizsla, (em húngaro: Rövidszörü magyar vizsla) (Portuguese).
    5. Vizsla, Braco húngaro (español).

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    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
    Hungría FCI 239 . Braque Type

    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

    The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer they are very close to their family and are affectionate and playful with their family.

    Content

    History

    Appeared somewhere between the steppes of Russia and the Carpathians, the Hungarian Braco (commonly known as Vizsla, What does "indicator" mean in Hungarian?) has an ancient history, probably thousands of years. He already accompanied the Magyar tribes before they settled in the Carpathian basin, where the current Hungary is located, in the 9th century.

    The first references to this dog date back to the 13th century, and more precisely to the story of one of the scribes of King Adelbert III (1235-1270) which recounts the migrations of the Hungarian people, in which the use of a yellowish dog named Vizsla for hunting. It was also depicted in the 14th century in the illustrations of the chronicles written by the Carmelites. Numerous sixteenth-century Hungarian documents also evoke his role as a faithful companion of kings and aristocracy..

    While there is no doubt that the Vizsla current is the result of numerous crossbreeds between hunting dogs over the centuries, these were always carried out in order to preserve the original features, as evidenced by the brown nose which is different from most others pointers.

    Historically, the Vizsla has always had a short coat. But, early twentieth century, in the decade of 1930, two breeders came up with the idea of ​​a Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer to the country breeders' club. His goal was to create a dog with all the qualities of the Vizsla, but with a coat that would protect it more effectively from snow and icy water, as well as scratches and scratches when hunting in the forest.

    Although it was debated, the proposal was accepted under certain conditions, including maintaining the same coat color. Jozsef Vasa, breeder of the Hungarian Braco, y Laszlo Gresznarik, breeder of the German Shorthaired Pointer, crossed two female Vizsla named Csibi and Zsuzsi with a male of German Shorthaired Pointer called Astor von Potat. Two generations later, Selle Day was the first Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer that was shown at a dog show.

    It seems that during World War II, when the population was in decline, crosses were also made with other breeds such as the Setter Irish or the Griffon. But, there is no record of this miscegenation in the records kept by Hungarian organizations.

    The breed was recognized in 1963 by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), nine years after the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla). The first specimens were exported to North America in the decade of 1970. More quickly adopted in Canada, to the point of gaining official recognition from the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) in 1977.

    In the United States, was not up 2006 and 2014 respectively than the United Kennel Club (UKC) and the American Kennel Club (AKC) they did the same, while they had already recognized the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) in 1960 (AKC) and 1984 (UKC). Its growing presence in Europe also allowed it to be recognized by the British Kennel Club. (KC) in 1991.

    Photo: Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer; MVD belongs to the sample dogs of the group 7 of the FCI with proof of work by Broneder, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics

    The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it is a medium-sized dog that differs from its short-haired cousin by its slightly squarer appearance on average, but also and above all because of the length and texture of its coat.

    Its slightly rectangular body is dry and well developed, no superfluous roundness. He leans on legs of solid bones, well structured and with prominent muscles. The legs are oval in shape and end in brown claws.

    The tail is wide at the base and tapers to the tip. For years, as a precaution for hunting parties, the queue was shortened by about a quarter. This practice of cutting the tail of dogs (tail docking) is currently prohibited in many territories, including France, Switzerland, Belgium and Quebec.

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    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

    The head of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it is quite wide, with a slightly domed skull at a moderate stop. Ears are back, going down along the cheeks and are slightly shorter than those of the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla). The eyes are oval, medium-sized, and brown according to the coat. The muzzle is quite short and ends in a broad brown nose as well, but darker in color than fur.

    It is the latter that clearly distinguishes it from its cousin.. Both have a dense, waterproof underlayer, but the top layer of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is longer (2 to 3 cm.) and it has a completely different texture. They are made of wire hair, hard, dense and very dense. These features give it excellent protection against harsh outdoor conditions. At face level, hair is slightly shorter, except on the eyebrows and especially the beard. This is not very long (2-3cm.), but it is very pronounced and noticeable.

    Like his short haired counterpart, the fur of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it's golden wheat, and the spikes may be darker in the shade. Shades of red, brown or light yellow are accepted, but they are not wanted. A small white spot on the chest is possible, as long as it does not exceed 5 cm..

    Finally, sexual dimorphism is well marked in this breed, the male being significantly larger and more massive than the female.

    Character and skills

    The character of Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is comparable to the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla), but with the addition of a wet beard when caressed.

    They are very close to their family and are affectionate and playful with their own. But, generally feels closer to a particular person among them, whom he considers as his human reference, and it doesn't stop making you feel clearly.

    In any case, he is much less open with humans who are not part of his home. This does not mean that he is aggressive or distrustful towards them., but rather indifferent.

    But, if you perceive a threat to your family or territory, whether it comes from an unknown human or another animal, he is very protective, not hesitating to scold or even interfere.

    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

    He behaves in exactly the same way with children. Like this, is close to the little ones of the family, but he prefers to avoid others. You have to be careful when the first one plays with friends, as you may misinterpret some of the second's actions as aggression, and then react inappropriately. Like any other dog of any breed, should not be left alone with a young child without adult supervision.

    The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer gets along well with his peers, whether they are those you meet on your walks or those who share your home when necessary. Their relationships with other animals are much more complicated, as they soon fall victim to their strong hunting instinct. The domestic cat is usually protected, especially if you have grown up with him since he was young, but a rodent or a bird cannot say the same if he lives next to him in the house or is on a walk. An unknown cat is also likely to be relentlessly chased.

    Used for centuries to succeed on long hunting trips, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer still an active dog today. You need to be able to exercise for at least an hour each day to feel comfortable, and you feel even happier if you can spend whole days walking through the forest. So, its level of activity implies that it is not suitable for an elderly or very sedentary person.

    Hunting is still his favorite activity, and the one that best allows you to express all your qualities. Otherwise, canine research sports (tracking, Cavemen…) they are a perfect outlet, to solicit your extraordinary sense of smell.

    Obedience and agility are also disciplines that will do you good. More simply, it is also a great companion for cyclists, runners, hikers, nature lovers, mushroom pickers… This is all the more true since it is robust and capable of evolving on all types of terrain., from dense forests to rocky mountains, passing through snowy plains or swamps.

    In the city, it is strongly recommended to keep him on a leash to avoid accidents if he runs after a passing cat or small animal. But, once in the desert, it is much more appropriate to let it run free. Of course, learning withdrawal orders is an essential prerequisite, for obvious security reasons. A GPS dog collar is nevertheless a good investment to help locate you if the deer you are chasing has led you into unfamiliar terrain..

    It also, as it does very well in the aquatic environment. Without being particularly fond, he likes to swim once in a while, especially if the place where you live offers this possibility.

    Used to hunting quite independently and, Therefore, to make decisions for themselves, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer has acquired a certain intelligence coupled with a strong character. A beginning teacher is probably overwhelmed.

    If you are independent in your way of acting, does not mean that he likes to be alone. You can wait patiently at home when your family is at work during the day, but should be able to be as much as possible with the rest of the time. It also, it is likely to hurt if left alone for a whole weekend because it cannot bear the stress caused by the absence of its masters. It also, just because you are physically fit to sleep in the garden, even when it's a little cool, does not mean that this is recommended. In fact, to be well in the head, do not keep him away from his family: it's more of an indoor dog, who prefers to watch television at night with his family than to admire the stars alone outside.

    This is all the more true as he is surprisingly calm when his exercise needs are met., to the point of being able to live in an apartment, provided it is large enough to accommodate it in good condition. Discreet and well educated, are not the type that barks on top of your lungs or howls when you die, and are not usually noticed by the neighbors. In fact, they rarely bark (generally when they perceive a threat), but then they don't stop making themselves heard, since his voice rises a lot.

    But, the ideal environment for him is a house with a garden (perfectly fenced) in the countryside. A walk in the city during the same time does not have the same flavor as an outing for a dog accustomed to nature and the great outdoors.

    Education

    Like all dogs, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer benefits greatly from socialization that begins in its first few weeks and continues for the following months. Usually goes smoothly, since then he is particularly open and curious, quickly getting used to the different environments and situations you encounter. It´s, because, the ideal time to get used to the people you will meet regularly in your life (friends, neighbors, veterinary…), but also to take him to all kinds of places and allow him to meet various humans and similar creatures.

    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

    The education of Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer can give a slightly timid caregiver a hard time, that you wouldn't know how to be respected by your dog. Strong of character and independent, will soon prevail if left alone. But, perfectly suited to beginners, as long as they know how to assert their authority. For this, it is important to establish clear and consistent rules without delay, so much over time (what is prohibited one day is also prohibited the next day) as between the different members of the family (it is not about one person authorizing what another person prohibits), to establish impeccable discipline and ensure that he respects his master's authority. Once you understand that you can't decide for yourself, accepts the situation and is not the one to monitor the slightest defect and constantly question the established order – If and when, of course, their masters continue to know how to impose themselves when necessary.

    On the other hand, educate a Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it's much simpler, fast and effective with methods based on positive reinforcement. Compliments and caresses are a good source of motivation to make her want to learn, and sweets are also valuable allies to motivate him to do what is asked of him. On the other hand, traditional training techniques are doomed to failure, as they are likely to totally destabilize it, making him fearful and insecure.

    Last, withdrawal orders are high on the list of things to teach your dog as a priority. In fact, so that you can let him play freely during field trips, which is particularly beneficial for him, must be perfectly assimilated.

    Health

    The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer they are generally robust, with a life expectancy of around 12-14 years, which is in line with the average of dogs of their size.

    Their short coat protects them from both heat and cold, allowing them to live in a wide variety of climates. But, not adapted to extremes, and can't sleep outside when freezing, for example, or run in the sun in the middle of a summer heat wave.

    No dog is immune to disease, and the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is no exception. In this case, to which it is most exposed are ..:

    • The Hip Dysplasia, a joint problem often favored by a hereditary predisposition, causing pain and difficulty in movement, as well as osteoarthritis with age;
    • Elbow dysplasia, a malformation of the joint, which is also possibly related to a predisposition inherited from parents, and that also causes pain and lameness;
    • Epilepsy, a nervous system disease of often hereditary origin, responsible for more or less frequent and intense seizures. The disease cannot be cured on its own, but your symptoms can be relieved with the help of medication;
    • Addison's disease, a hormonal deficiency that is usually inherited from the parents and manifests itself in various ways: weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, weightloss… The most severe form of the disease is usually fatal, while the chronic form can be kept under control with lifelong treatment;
    • Hemophilia type A, an inherited disorder that prevents blood from clotting properly, and that affects men more than women. May manifest in heavy bleeding, bruising or blood in the urine;
    • Hyperuricosia, a disease also inherited from the parents. Corresponds to an excess of uric acid, leading to the formation of crystals in the urine, which in turn can cause bleeding and kidney failure;
    • Allergies, that can be caused by factors as different as food, the environment or parasites. Allergies can be caused by factors as different as food, the environment or parasites, and most often manifest as itching and redness of the skin;
    • Ear infections, as in most breeds of dogs with drooping ears.

    The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it is also particularly susceptible to various diseases of the eyes:

    • Progressive retinal atrophy, a degeneration of eye tissue that causes irreparable loss of sight, first at night and then also during the day;
    • Entropion, a defect in the position of the eyelid that can be inherited and causes irritation of the eyeball. The problem can be treated with surgery;
    • Ectropión, an eyelid curl problem also inherited from parents, which also causes eye irritation. Also in this case, an operation remedies the problem;
    • Glaucoma, often hereditary, which is a painful increase in the pressure inside the eye. This leads to blindness if it is not operated as soon as possible.

    It also, people who are used to hunt are particularly exposed to the risk of injuries that this activity implies.

    Since many of the diseases to which the breed is predisposed are or may be hereditary, the adoption of a strict breeder of Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer maximizes the probability of getting a healthy animal, and one that stays that way. In fact, a professional breeder not only ensures that puppies are well socialized from their first weeks of life, but also that they do not inherit a hereditary defect from their parents. To achieve this goal, causes various genetic tests to be systematically performed on the breeding stock in question, and excludes all those who could present any risk. You can also have the resulting puppies examined to confirm the absence of a hereditary condition.. In any case, must be able to present the results of the tests performed, plus a certificate of good health from a veterinarian and the puppy's health or vaccination record, that includes all vaccines that have been administered.

    It also, from the moment he arrives home until the end of his life, it is essential to allow your dog to be regularly examined by a veterinarian for a complete health check. This is necessary at least once a year, and more often as you get older, as it allows early detection of a potential problem and action accordingly. These visits are also an opportunity to have immunizations increased when needed.. At the same time, It is also necessary to ensure that the "child's" antiparasitic treatments are renewed throughout the year., so you are never unprotected at this level.

    Grooming

    Keep warm Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it's quite simple, weekly brushing is enough to keep it clean and healthy. But, she lets go of her undercoat twice a year, in spring and autumn, and daily brushing is recommended to help remove dead hairs.

    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
    Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

    An occasional bath is also necessary, but the frequency of the bath largely depends on the lifestyle of your dog. These may include, it is not useless to bathe several times a month an individual who is used for hunting or who often travels on muddy trails in the forest and sleeps inside the house. On the other hand, two or three a year may be perfectly enough for someone else who walks mostly on rocky trails in the mountains and whose place to sleep is in the garage. In any case, you should always use a mild shampoo designed specifically for dogs, as it can damage their fur or skin.

    It also, special attention should be paid to their ears, as their fallen form means they are potential nests for infections (ear infections, etc.) as soon as dirt or moisture accumulates on them. So, it is important to check and clean them weekly. At the same time, it is important to get used to drying them after a long time in a humid environment, and even more so after swimming in a swamp, lake or stream…

    The weekly maintenance session is also an opportunity to examine and, if required, quickly clean the area around the eyes with a damp cloth, again to avoid infections that would be triggered by a dirt deposit.

    As in any dog, oral hygiene is also important. So, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer you should brush your teeth at least once a week, using a toothpaste intended for canine use. This will reduce the deposit of dental plaque., that can cause bad breath, cavities and other diseases by turning into tartar.

    It also, despite what their rather active lifestyle might have us believe, this dog needs to have its claws trimmed by hand fairly regularly. This is because they are particularly strong and difficult to wear out.. On average, must be trimmed every 2 or 3 weeks, but if they are not cut every 2 or 3 weeks, it is enough to stretch your ear when walking on hard ground: if then you hear a kind of click with each step, it is because they have become too long and it is time to cut them. Otherwise, not only could it make it difficult for you to walk, but you could also be injured if they broke.

    Last, it is recommended to examine it (fur, ears, pads…) after every hunting session or a long stay in the wild, to detect possible cuts or scratches, parasites, thorns…

    As in all races, learn how to care for a Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer from a professional (hairdresser or vet) it is the best way to take care of it without risk of damaging or injuring it. It is advisable to accustom him to these different manipulations from a very young age, so that they become a moment of shared pleasure, and not in a task that I try to avoid.

    Utilization and training

    From the first references to its subject dating from the 13th century, the Hungarian Braco was introduced as a hunting dog, more precisely like a pointing dog. Already at that time, as well as in later centuries, including current, his mission was to find the game and point the hunter in the direction of it. Versatile, is capable of hunting in all terrains (forests, plains, mountains…) and is not afraid of cold or water. So, used to remove various game pieces, either nude or feathered, usually working alone or possibly with a partner, but rarely in a group.

    Even today, hunting is the main mission of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer, and its qualities are recognized in particular by hunters in Central Europe and Great Britain, where it is present in large numbers.

    The qualities it mobilizes for hunting (style, obedience, independence…) they also allow you to shine in various canine sports disciplines, either in the crawl, obedience or agility.

    The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it is also increasingly present in homes as a simple companion dog. Their attachment and energy can be very beneficial to the morale of their owners., and the most athletic find in him a companion of choice for their long excursions in nature. In any case, your need for exercise is quite high, which makes it unsuitable for a very sedentary person, for example.

    His protective side also makes him a good watchdog, that spares no effort to put intruders to flight, although not as imposing as other races.

    Buy a “Hungarian Wirehaired Pointer”

    The price of a puppy Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is generally between 600 and 800 EUR, without any significant price difference between males and females.

    Whatever the location, and as for all races, the amount requested depends on the more or less prestigious ancestry from which the animal comes, as well as the reputation of the breeding from which it comes. Its intrinsic characteristics are, However, the main factor to take into account, which explains that prices within the same litter can vary enormously; individuals closest to the standard and with the best character traits are necessarily more expensive than others.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.1: Braque Type
    • AKC – Group 1 (Sports)
    • CKC – Group 1 (Sports)
    • ​KCGun Dog
    • NZKCGun Dog Group
    • UKCGun Dog Group

    FCI breed standard "Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer"

    Origin:
    Hungary

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    06.04.2000

    Use:

    It is a dog that has repeatedly proven to be a utilitarian hunter.. Both in the field and in the forest, or in the water, has proven to be useful given the typical characteristics it has: highly developed sense of the trail, venteador firm, excellent conduct or behavior to bring the prey, indefatigable chaser of the trail even swimming due to its natural affinity with water. It is capable of surviving extreme weather conditions as well as in the most varied soils.. As a complete hunting dog, the fear of shooting or wild animals is a fault that manifests itself for example in the gathering of prey. Lack of affinity to water is also highly undesirable. Given its unproblematic nature and normal adaptability, It is an excellent dog to live with in the house.



    General appearance:

    It's a hunting dog, lively, dry looking, enjuto, whose structure is more robust than that of the Hungarian short-haired pointer. His image is the faithful reflection of a multifaceted dog and he is recognized for his perseverance., performance and humility.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS

    • The length of the body is somewhat greater than the height at the withers.
    • The depth of the chest reaches a little less than half the height at the withers..
    • The snout is a little shorter than half the total length of the head.



    Behavior / temperament:

    It is a faithful dog, easy training and instruction, is self-confident. Does not admit abrupt or rude teaching. He always maintains contact with his guide, search with enthusiasm, is persevering, always available due to his good sense of smell. He remains noticeably in front of the guide.

    Head:

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    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Moderately wide, gently domed, on the skull a delicate groove that runs from the moderate occiput to the stop. Supraorbital arches are moderately developed.
    • Depression links (stop) : Moderate.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Wide and well developed nose, if possible with wide open nostrils. The truffle color harmonizes with the hair color in a shade a little darker than the coat.
    • Snout : Romo, not pointed, with powerful and heavily muscled jaws. The nasal helm is straight.
    • Belfos : Firms, adherents with nothing hanging.
    • Jaws/Teeth : Powerful jaws with a scissor bite, perfect, regular and complete. There should be no space between the upper and lower incisors The teeth are inserted more or less at right angles to the jaws, 42 healthy teeth and according to the dog's dental formula.
    • Cheeks : Powerful, good muscular.

    Eyes : Gently oval, medium-sized. The eyelids are well adherent to the eyeball. The look is lively and intelligent. The color of the eyes is brown and harmonizes with the color of the coat, preferred when the eyes are as dark as possible.

    Ears : Insertion slightly back and at medium height. The ear is thin and rests on the cheek, ending downwards in a rounded "V". Its length is approximately three-quarters of the length of the head.

    Neck:

    Medium length and in harmony with the whole of the dog. Very muscular and gently arched nape. Throat skin is firmly attached.

    Body:

    • Cross : Notorious and muscular.
    • Back : companies, well muscled, strong and straight. The bony apices of the vertebrae must be covered by musculature.
    • Pork loin : Short, width, strong, muscular, straight or gently arched. The passage from back to back is firm and compact.
    • Rump : Wide and long enough, it does not cut, gently descends towards the tail, well muscled.
    • Breast : deep and wide, with a moderately developed sill, well drawn and muscular. Sternum pushed back as far back as possible. The sternum and the elbow joints should be at the same height. Ribs moderately sprung. Back ribs with good reach up.
    • Bottom line and belly : Glides firmly back with a graceful, slightly tucked curve.

    Tail:

    Middle insertion. Strong at the start and tapering towards the tip. In countries where there is no formal ban on tail docking, it will be cut into a quarter of its length for hunting purposes. As long as it cannot be cut, reaches hock height. It is straight and its bearing is light saber. In motion the tail rises to the height of the horizontal. The tail should be covered with good, thick hair..

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen from the front they are parallel. In profile they are seen straight to the ground and located well under the body. Good bone structure and strong muscles.

    • Shoulder : Long scapulae, ideally sloped back and flat. Elastic in movement. Dry and powerful muscles. Good angulation between the scapula and the arm.
    • Arm : As long as possible and well muscled.
    • Elbow : Next to the body, though not tight or turned in or out. Good angulation between arm and forearm.
    • Forearm : Long, straight, good muscular. Powerful bones, not heavy or rough.
    • Carpo : Dried, firm.
    • Metacarpus : Short, only with a very slight incline in your posture.
    • Front feet : Slightly oval, with fingers together and well arched ; strong brown nails. Strong pads, powerful, resistant and slate gray. The feet are kept parallel both in immobility and during movement.

    LATER MEMBERS : Viewed from behind they look straight and parallel. Good angulations. Strong bones.

    • Thigh : Long and well muscled. Good angulation between hip and femur.
    • Knee : Good angulation of the thigh with the leg.
    • Leg : Long, well muscled, fibrous. Its length is approximately equal to the length of the thigh. Good angulation between the leg and the metatarsal.
    • Hock : Strong, dry and stringy. Located relatively low.
    • Metatarsus : Straight, short and dry.
    • Rear feet : Same as forwards.

    Movement:

    His typical gait is a powerful, flowing trot., elegant and with good ground cover, with great rear propulsion and very good front extension. During the search in the field, a voluntary gallop is customary.. The back is firm and the topline remains straight., without loosening. The bearing is well upright. Pasuqueo is not desirable.

    Mantle

    SKIN: companies, adherent, without wrinkles. The skin must be well pigmented.

    Fur: wire, flat, was, thick and dull. The outer layer is 2 to 3 cm.. long. The inner fleece is dense, thickens and repels water. The contours of the dog should not be altered by the slightly longer coat. It should have hair that is as hard as possible and as thick as possible so that it protects it from inclement weather and prevents injuries.. The lower portions of the legs such as
    The underside of the chest and belly also have shorter hair., softer and somewhat thinner, The head and ears are covered by shorter and at the same time darker hair, although for this reason it is no less hard and dense.. The marked eyebrows further show the stop. This, added to the beard, underlines the energetic appearance of the face.. The beard is important, not too long (2 to 3 cm.), as hard as possible and on both sides of the snout. On both sides of the neck there are strands of hair that come together to form a “V”.

    Color: Different shades of yellow seed. Ears may be a little darker, although staying within the coloration. Red colors are not desirable, browned, or very light tones.
    A small white spot on the chest or throat will not be considered fouls, provided that its diameter does not exceed 5 cm., nor will white markings on the fingers be considered faults.. The color of the lips and the edges of the eyelids harmonizes with the color of the nose



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • Males: 58-64 cm..
    • females: 54-60 cm..

    It is unproductive to increase the height at the withers. A medium size is the goal. The set and the symmetry both in static and in movement are by far more important to the size measured in centimeters.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
    • Aggressive or fearful dog.
    • Notable deviation from the characteristics of their sex.
    • Atypical head
    • Spotted truffle
    • Hanging or slimy lips.
    • Upper or lower prognathism, deviated arch of the incisors and any other option that is not correct.
    • Missing one or more incisors and/or fangs and/or premolars (2-4) and / or molars (1-2); lack of more than two PM1, M3 will not be taken into account or considered. Teeth that are not visible, They will be considered as missing teeth.
    • Supernumerary teeth outside the tooth line.
    • Split palate, harelip.
    • Light yellow eyes, noticeably loose eyelids; ectropion, entropion, disksis (double lash line).
    • Excessive double chin.
    • Dewclaws.
    • Very serious offenses that prevent normal movement.
    • Fine fur, lack of inner fleece, Longhair, soft, silky,
    with locks, curly or woolly. Lack of tufts on the
    legs.
    • Dark brown or faded yellow, more than one color, color disappeared; white spot on the chest of more than 5 cm..
    • White feet.
    • Depigmentation of both the skin and the edges of the lips and eyelids.
    • More of 2 cm.. deviation of the maximum and minimum measurements.
    • Any weakness in an essential characteristic of character



    N.B.:
    • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer, Wirehaired Vizsla, Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla, Drótszőrű magyar vizsla (English).
    2. Braque hongrois à poil dur, (en hongrois : drótszőrű magyar vizsla), Vizsla à Poil Dur (French).
    3. Drahthaariger Ungarischer Vorstehhund, (ungarisch Drótszőrű magyar vizsla), Drahthaar Vizsla (German).
    4. Braco húngaro de pelo duro, (em húngaro: drótszőrű magyar vizsla) (Portuguese).
    5. Vizsla húngaro de capa alambrada (español).

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    Hungarian hound (Transylvanian Scent Hound)
    Hungría FCI 241 - Medium-sized Hounds

    Transylvanian Scent Hound

    It is used in hunting fox and hare; the larger size variety is used in wild boar hunting, deer and lynx.

    Content

    History

    The Transylvanian Scent Hound it is a very old hungarian breed, whose development has been influenced by climatic conditions, the nature of the terrain and hunting methods in this part of the world.

    The breed had its golden age in the Middle Ages, When the Hungarian hound He was the favorite hunting dog of the nobility. The development of agriculture and forestry moved away from hunting grounds, and its use moved to the inaccessible mountains and forests of the Carpathians.

    This change in territory and habit has led to the creation of two different varieties of Transylvanian Scent Hound: one bigger and one smaller.

    • Long-legged variety: height 56-66 cm.; black with white markings on the front, chest, feet and tip of tail. Used for fox and hare.
    • Short-legged variety: height 46-51 cm.; red-brown base color with white markings. Used in bear, deer and lynx.

    Both varieties were always bred together. Originally, the great Hungarian hound it was used to hunt big game: first buffalo, later bear, boar and lynx. Los «sabueso de talla pequeña» se utilizaban para cazar caza menor (foxes, hares) en terrenos cubiertos y para cazar «gamuzas» en zonas rocosas.

    In the early 20th century, the threatened Transylvanian Scent Hound almost completely disappeared, but it was recovered in 1968. Today there are a large number of dogs of Transylvanian Scent Hound in Hungary and neighboring Romania. La variedad de «sabueso de talla pequeña» se ha extinguido.

    Photos: Male, 1 year old Transylvanian Hound, in Hungary by Jahnna river, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Características físicas «Sabueso de Transilvania»

    The dog Carpathian Hound grows up 65 cm and weighs at least 25 kg. Whole body, including lower belly, is covered in short hair, dense, smooth and thick that rests well against the body. The basic color is black with tan on the muzzle and legs. The tail is and is carried above the top line when it wakes up, slightly bent up. The hanging ears, set at mid-height, lie close to the cheeks without wrinkles, put forward barely cover the eyes.

    Carácter y aptitudes «Sabueso de Transilvania»

    Expressive and loving nature – a dog with very good skills.

    Transylvanian hound female
    Transylvanian hound female by Lnko2323, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    The Transylvanian Scent Hound adapted perfectly to the extreme climatic conditions of his homeland. Here the robust breed had to contend not only with the cold and snowy winters, but also with the hot summer days. Hunting in the Carpathians was very demanding due to the dense and hardly accessible mountains. To be able to work all year round in these treacherous areas, the Hungarian hound developed not only his physical stature but also his mental abilities.

    With its marked sense of smell, his extraordinary sense of direction, his great resistance and his enormous dexterity, This race, in addition to qualities such as self-confidence and predatory instinct, provides everything an excellent hunting dog needs. They are capable of making smart decisions in almost all hunting situations and communicate their success with a clear voice. Like many hound dogs, the Hungarian hound is a professional at hard work.

    At home, the Transylvanian Scent Hound he is a very friendly and calm dog, that is closely tied to its owner, to children and family members. As it is also highly regarded as a guard dog, behaves suspicious of strangers, at first it tends to be a bit reserved, but it doesn't seem dangerous or aggressive at all.

    If the dog is well socialized and educated at a young age, relaxed demeanor is expressed, obedient and social, also together with the conspecifics.

    The Transylvanian Scent Hound need plenty of exercise, preferably combined with work, such as hunting. Their owners must have an active lifestyle to meet the requirements of keeping a hunting dog.. If sufficient conditions for exercise and employment are met, this breed can be kept in the house or apartment without problems.

    Characteristics "Hungarian hound (Transylvanian Scent Hound)"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Hungarian hound (Transylvanian Scent Hound)" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Videos "Hungarian hound (Transylvanian Scent Hound)"

    Transylvanian Hound - Wild boar Dogs [Transylvanian Hound]
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    Hector – Transylvanian Hound – 3 Weeks Residential Dog Training

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds.
    • UKCScenthounds

    FCI breed standard "Hungarian hound (Transylvanian Scent Hound)"

    Origin:
    Hungary

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    06.04.2000

    Use:

    Dog used for hunting (Hound). Está capacitado para cazar aún a gran distancia de su guía. He is especially gifted at locating and following a trail. When you discover a fresh trail, emits high-pitched barks in a pitiful tone. During crawl, bark loudly with a resonant sound in the distance. After the beat, for the prey excellently. Usually works alone or with a partner.



    General appearance:

    The shape and bearing of the head, the proportions of the body, los poderosos y musculosos miembros y la inserción de la cola corresponden a las características del tipo de sabueso de Europa central. It is a medium-sized hound. La estructura del cuerpo del Sabueso húngaro se adapta al trabajo con carreras largas ; is athletically built, neither heavy nor fine of bone.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS

    • La relación entre el largo del cráneo y el del hocico es próxima a 1:1.
    • La relación entre la altura a la cruz y el largo del cuerpo es 10:11



    Behavior / temperament:

    Is of good temperament, brave, persistent. Esencialmente el comportamiento del Sabueso húngaro es quieto, balanced, also determined and full of temperament. It is able to withstand extreme weather conditions.

    Head:

    The head is that of a hound, elongated but not pointed ; las diferencias según el sexo son marcadas.

    Cranial region:

    The skin on the head is tight and wrinkle free.

    • Skull : Slightly domed. The occipital protuberance is not marked. Supraciliary arches are poorly developed.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Bit strong.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : The truffle is not cut too abruptly ; its color is black. The wings of the nostrils are mobile. Windows are wide.
    • Snout : The nasal helm is straight.
    • Lips : Dry and firmly adherent. The color of the mucosa is black.
    • Jaws / Teeth : The jaws are strong. Teeth are strong, well developed. Scissor bite, complete and in accordance with the dog's dental formula.
    • Cheeks : Rounded, only underdeveloped.

    Eyes : Medium size, macaroons, slightly oblique cut. Color is dark brown. The eyelids rest firmly on the eyeball.

    Ears : Inserted at medium height, not very heavy. They hang without wrinkles resting next to the cheeks. From their insertion they widen and then along their extension, fine-tune until ending in a rounded end. Put forward they cover their eyes, although in general, its length does not exceed them too much.

    Neck:

    Strongly muscled, long Middle. The skin is slightly wrinkled on the lower face of the neck. A slight double chin is admitted but not desired.

    Body:

    The body is shaped like a lying rectangle.

    • top line : Straight.
    • Cross : Marked Back : From the cross, straight and well developed musculature.
    • Pork loin : A slightly longer loin is allowed in females.
    • Rump : Slightly descending.
    • Breast : The sternum is not protruding. The rib cage is wide, long and not too deep. Sectional, the rib cage is oval, almost rounded, to allow good breathing.
    • Bottom line and belly : The belly is slightly tucked.

    Tail:

    Middle insertion, strong. At rest, the distal third of the tail curves gently upward ; it is desirable that it reaches 1-2 cm.. from tarsal level down. Being excited, el perro lleva la cola doblada sobre la línea dorsal ; however, it should not be rolled over the back. The tail must not be cut off.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : The forelimbs support the body as if they were columns. Head on, forelimbs look parallel, depending on the wide thorax correspondingly separated.

    • Shoulder : The scapula is well muscled, correspondingly long and moderately oblique.
    • Elbow : Supported next to the rib cage.
    • Forearm : Straight and symmetrical.
    • Front feet : They are large, with fingers together, strong and arched. The pads are big, firm and well padded. Nails are strong and as black as possible.

    LATER MEMBERS : In stop position, the back is slightly stretched back, good muscular.

    • Thigh : Long.
    • Hock : Low.
    • Metatarsus : Straight and parallel.
    • Rear feet : The fingers are strong and close together. The pads are big, firm and well padded. Nails are strong and as black as possible. Spurs will need to be removed.

    Movement:

    Good range passage and good ground coverage, never with short steps. The trot is wide. During work he is remarkably constant in gallop.

    Mantle

    La piel del Sabueso húngaro es de espesor medio ; particularly around the neck somewhat loose, though never wrinkled. The skin is dark pigmented. Hairless areas of skin are black.

    HAIR : Whole body, including the belly area, it is covered by a short hair, thick, smooth and well supported. In the neck, on the cross, on the back edge of the thighs and on the underside of the tail, hair is slightly longer than the rest of the body. Features swirls and ridges in the hair. The coat feels coarse and is shiny. Under the outer layer of hairs, features internal wool.

    COLOR : El color básico del pelaje del Sabueso húngaro es el negro. Always have a tan brand not too dark, point-shaped, over the orbital arches. Tan markings on muzzle and extremities. El color fuego debe tener límites bien diferenciados del color negro. A white spot may appear on the nose ; puede continuarse en forma de línea en la frente, on the neck and button on the chest, under breast, under the limbs and on the feet. There may also be a white spot on the tip of the tail. It is not desirable for the white color to cover more than a fifth of the total surface of the body.



    Size and weight:

    HEIGHT AT THE WITHERS : of 55 until 65 cm..
    La altura medida en centímetros, will not be in any way decisive, sino la armonía del conjunto.

    WEIGHT Minimum 25 kg.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Aggressive or fearful dog.
    • Cráneo y región facial muy estrechos, very long or rounded.
    • Naso-frontal depression (Stop) soft or very marked.
    • Short snout
    • Mordida incorrecta
    • Orejas livianas, terrier or lebrel.
    • Pelo de alambre, soft fur, wavy, insufficient.
    • Color marrón o azul con marcas.

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Hungarian: (Erdélyi kopó), Transylvanian Bloodhound, Hungarian Hound (English).
    2. Hungarian: (Erdélyi kopó), Brachet hongrois (French).
    3. Hungarian: (Erdélyi kopó), Siebenbürger Bracke (German).
    4. Hungarian: (Erdélyi kopó) (Portuguese).
    5. Hungarian: (Erdélyi kopó), Braco húngaro, Cazador húngaro, Sabueso de los Cárpatos (español).

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    Halden Hound
    Noruega FCI 267 - Medium-sized Hounds

    Halden Hound

    The spread of Halden Hound limited to your country of origin, where it is also little known.

    Content

    History

    Originally from Norway, the Halden Hound takes its name from Halden, the city where it was created.

    Breed selection was initiated by Hans Larsen Bisseberg, an Ostfold County farmer, in 1860. The breed is believed to be the result of various crosses between local hounds and Swedish hounds, Germans and English. The official breed standard was established in the decade of 1950 and it is very rare outside of its country of origin. Most frequently used the Norwegian Hound and the Hygen Hound.

    Photo: A female Halden Hound. Colour: tricolor by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics «Halden Hound»

    The Halden is similar to the American Foxhound ostensibly, although it is smaller.

    It is a dog whose body can fit in a rectangle, proud, strong but not heavy. The head is medium in size, well balanced. The eyes, dark brown, they are medium in size and have a calm expression. The ears, that are neither too high nor too low, they are turned forward and should reach the middle of the muzzle. The tail, that is neither too high nor too low, it is quite thick and is carried low.

    • Fur: rough, very tight and smooth, with thick undercoat.
    • Color: White with black spots, small, less dark spots on the head, limbs and sometimes between black and white. But, black should not dominate.
    • Size: 52 to 60 cm for the male and 50 to 58 cm for female.
    • Weight: 23 to 29 kg for the male and 20 to 25 kg for females.

    Character and abilities «Halden Hound»

    Kind and caring, the Halden Hound He can make a great companion dog if you take the time to meet his many exercise needs.. It is a nice dog to live, but can be unsociable with children, strangers or even other animals if not well socialized. Very exclusive, he does not like to be surrounded, which makes him a very good watchdog. Excellent hunter, fast and resistant. If you are not hunting, it will be the perfect companion for a sports owner.

    Independent in nature, education should start very early to prevent this dog from developing too many bad habits. Firmness and consistency will be required to achieve results, but beware, no violence towards this sensitive dog will be tolerated.

    Characteristics "Halden Hound"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Halden Hound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Videos "Halden Hound"

    Fox hunting with halden hound and fox terrier in Norway
    Fox hunting with halden hound and fox terrier in Norway
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    Foxhunting with halden hound and fox terrier 07.11.20

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds.

    FCI breed standard "Halden Hound"

    Origin:
    Norway

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    09.08.1999

    Use:

    ---



    General appearance:

    Rectangular construction, noble, strong, but not heavy.



    Behavior / temperament:

    ---

    Head:

    Thin, medium sized and well proportioned.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Seen from the front and from the side slightly dome-shaped. The occipital protuberance is barely noticeable.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Not abrupt.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : black, open windows.
    • Snout : Not too short; straight muzzle.
    • Lips : Not very hanging.
    • Jaws/Teeth : Scissor bite; complete denture.
    • Cheeks : Relatively flat.

    Eyes : Dark brown in color, medium-sized; calm expression.

    Ears : Its insertion is neither too high nor too low; If they are placed forward they should reach up to the middle of the snout.

    Neck:

    Rather long, strong, thin and without any double chin.

    Body:

    • top line : Straight.
    • Back : Strong.
    • Pork loin : Wide and muscular.
    • Rump : Slightly oblique.
    • Breast : Deep with tight ribs, but not barrel-shaped. The last ribs must be particularly well developed.
    • Belly : Very little withdrawn.

    Tail:

    Insertion neither too high nor too low; rather thick; reaches almost to the hocks. Worn rather low.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS

    • As a whole : Straight, thin limbs with strong bones.
    • Shoulder : Long and oblique shoulder blade, muscular; the tips do not protrude from the back line.
    • Forearm : Straight and thin.
    • Metacarpus : Slightly inclined.
    • Front feet : Oval, well arched, preferably closed, well covered with hair between the fingers.

    LATER MEMBERS

    • Thigh : Broad and muscular.
    • Knee : Well angled.
    • Leg : Long.
    • Hocks : Thin and wide, turned neither in nor out. Well angled.
    • Rear feet : Like the front feet. Rams are allowed, but they are not desirable.

    Movement:

    Light, parallel, covers the ground well.

    Mantle

    HAIR : Rough, very dense and straight, with a dense undercoat of hairs.

    COLOR : White with black spots, shaded tan patches on head, limbs and sometimes between black and white. Black should not predominate. Small black or tan spots are considered a color defect..



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • For males : 52-60 cm., ideal 56 cm..
    • for females : 50-58 cm., ideal 54 cm..


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    ELIMINATORY FOULS

    • Aggressiveness.

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. (Norwegian: Haldenstøver) (English).
    2. Halden (French).
    3. Haldenbracke, Haldenlaufhund, Halden-Stövare (German).
    4. (Norueguês: haldenstøver) (Portuguese).
    5. (Noruego: Haldenstøvare, Haldenstøver) (español).

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    Hygen Hound
    Noruega FCI 266 - Medium-sized Hounds

    Hygen Hound

    The spread of Hygen Hound it is very limited even in Norway; outside the country it is practically unknown.

    Content

    History

    The Hygen Hound originated in Norway in the 19th century. It owes its name to its creator Hans Fredrik Hygen, that he wanted a brave and robust dog that could hunt even in the harsh climates of the north. So he decided to cross Swiss and German dogs with local dogs. The Hygen Hound has had a rocky history as the breed all but disappeared in the 1990s 1970 without the intervention of a few passionate breeders. In the Decade of 2000, these breeders made genetic improvements by crossing with the Finnish Hound. Today, the Hygen Hound it is quite rare even in his homeland.

    Photo: Norwegian dog breed hygenhound. Tosstjønna’s Nala by Bjørn Konestabo, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics «Hygen Hound»

    The Hygen Hound has a robust and solid gait and a body inscribed in a triangle. Medium-sized, measured between 50 and 58 cm if it is a male and between 47 and 55 cm if it is a female for a weight of about 22 kg according to sex, size and age.

    The Hygen, as it is also nicknamed, stands out for its head of average length and size, that is wedge-shaped and marked width without being excessively heavy. The skull is slightly domed and the stop is accentuated. The eyes express both calm and seriousness. They are medium in size and show dark brown tones. The ears are of medium length and width, taper at the tips and set at a medium height. Fall while spreading and do not stick to the cheeks.

    The Hygen Hound they have rough fur, straight, short, bright and dense. The coat is available in three colors: white with yellow-red markings / brown or black and tan, black and tan with white markings or red-yellow or red-brown with or without white markings and charcoal on the back, head and tail attachment.

    Character and abilities «Hygen Hound»

    The Hygen Hound It is a race linked to its social group that is both protective, Gentile, balanced and versatile. Although they specialize in hunting activities, nothing prevents them from being adopted as pets, as long as the exercise is given, the necessary care and education. The worst tolerated punishment is inactivity. He also does not like to be alone despite his slightly independent nature.. To be happy, prefers open spaces over closed ones.

    Characteristics "Hygen Hound"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Hygen Hound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Intelligence ⓘ

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    Videos "Hygen Hound"

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    Hygenhund Dog breed
    Hygenhund Dog breed

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds.

      • FCI breed standard "Hygen Hound"

        Origin:
        Norway

        Date of publication of the valid original standard:
        09.08.1999.

        Use:

        Hound



        General appearance:

        Medium-sized, solid and compact, rectangular, with firm top line.



        Behavior / temperament:

        ---

        Head:

        Medium in size and moderately wide, but not heavy. Of a medium length, something wedge shaped, but not pointy.

        Cranial region:
        • Skull: Slightly domed, be seen from the front or from the side. The occipital bone is barely visible.
        • Depression links (Stop): Marked.

        facial region:

        Truffle: black.
        Snout: Cleansed, wide and deep, rather short than long. Straight nose cane. Side view, the front of the muzzle should be rounded, not square.
        Lips: Clean, no pendulosos, falling evenly towards the corner of the lips.
        Jaws / Teeth: Scissor bite.
        Cheeks: Clean and flattened.
        Eyes: Dark brown in color, medium-sized, not bulging. Serious and calm expression. The conjunctiva is not visible.
        Ears: Middle insert, neither wide nor long, thinning and rounded at its tip. Thin and smooth, are not glued to the cheeks, but they are somewhat separate. They are directed forward, do not reach more than half the distance to the truffle.

        Neck:

        Of average length, strong, without too much loose skin.

        Body:

        Back: Straight and strong.
        Pork loin: Strong and muscular.
        Rump: Long, wide and slightly rounded.
        Breast : Medium width, long, deep and spacious throughout its length. The last ribs must be particularly well developed, giving the thorax an appearance of length. The depth of the chest corresponds to half the height at the withers.
        Belly: Very little withdrawn.

        Tail:

        When inserted it follows the line of the back. Strong at its roots, thinning towards the limb. It is worn straight or slightly bent up; reaches up to the hocks.

        Tips

        PREVIOUS MEMBERS
         
        As a whole: Clean, solid and tendinous, but not heavy.
        Shoulder: Oblique shoulder blades, well angulated shoulder joint.
        Elbows: Well angled.
        Metacarpus: Widths, rather short than long, slightly inclined.
        Front feet: High; fingers well arched and close together, directed forward. Firm and strong pads. Between fingers and pads well covered with hair.
         
        LATER MEMBERS
         
        Thigh: Wide and muscular.
        Knee: Well angled.
        Leg: Long.
        Hock: Well angled, wide and clean.
        Metatarsus: Short, wide and slightly oblique.
        Rear feet: As the front. Rams are allowed, but double dewclaws are undesirable.

        Movement:

        Libre, parallel viewed from the front or back, with good scope. In movement the rear members are not closed in the shape of a cow and the front members do not execute a lateral-circular movement..

        Mantle

        HAIR: Straight and preferably rather rough to the touch, dense, bright and not too short. The back of the thighs and the tail may have a little more abundant hair, but without exaggeration.
         
        COLOR:
        • Red-brown or yellow-reddish, often shaded black on the head, the back and at the root of the tail, with or without white spots.
        • black and tan, usually combined with white spots.
        • White and mottled with reddish-brown or yellow-reddish spots, or with black and tan spots.
        • All these different colors must be clearly delineated from each other.


        Size and weight:

        Height to the cross:

        • For males : 50-58 cm., ideal height 54 cm..
        • for females : 47-55 cm., ideal height 51 cm..


        Fouls:

        Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..
         
        ELIMINATING FAULT
        • Aggressiveness.
        Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..


        N.B.:

        Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

        Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

        Alternative names:

        1. Hygenhund (English).
        2. Hygen (French).
        3. Hygenbracke, Hygenlaufhund, Hygenhund (German).
        4. (Em sueco: hygenhund) (Portuguese).
        5. (En sueco: hygenhund) (español).

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    Hanoverian Scenthound
    Germany FCI 213 . Leash (scent) Hounds

    Hanoverian Scenthound

    The Hanoverian Scenthound He is a dog with a very good sense of smell, specialized in locating injured prey.

    Content

    History

    The Hanoverian Scenthound it is a medium sized hunting dog.

    He is a highly developed specialist, but at the same time versatile in hunting. Tracking is the supreme discipline of a hunting dog, that the Hanoverian Scenthound dominates like no other. In the crawl, keep track of the animals injured in a hunt. A fast and infallible work of the dog is decisive to reduce the suffering of the injured animal. This task is old, but no less relevant today.

    The Hanoverian Scenthound dates back to archaic dog breeds. Bloodhounds are also called "Bracken". For hunting, which was an important way of life for our ancestors for thousands of years, dogs with a particularly good sense of smell and an intelligent sense of detection were of elementary importance. The scent dogs were also indispensable to hunt criminals. Before the introduction of firearms, hunters had to stalk the game much closer. This is what guide dogs were for.. From them arose the hounds of today. This type of dog is probably over 10.000 years. For the Teutons, a good "track dog" was worth more than a horse.. This is attested by a legal text of more than 1000 years of antiguaty, el Lex Baiuwariorum. In the baroque era, the rich princes directed the so-called hunting courts. This was a kind of college for hunting with a practical orientation. One of the first was the "Hanover Hound". Here these hounds were systematically bred and trained from 1657.

    Breeding according to today's standards began in Erfurt in 1894 with the founding of the Hirschmann club, who is still very successful with this breed today. Their breeding has been organized in an extremely responsible manner since time immemorial.. So, it is possible to reliably breed vital and healthy dogs with great temperaments and excellent performance even today.

    The Hanoverian Scenthound is a hunting dog, but also a good family dog ​​and companion in everyday life. It has to be. His controller has to be ready to act with him at any time, for example, if there has been a traffic accident and it is necessary to find an injured deer or wild boar. You don't have to be a hunter or a ranger to get a puppy from a Hirschmann club breeder, but you do have to be a member of this club and do a training course for trainers of the Hanoverian Scenthound. Among 40 and 60 puppies are bred every year under the umbrella of the German Kennel Federation – VDH.

    Photo: Hanover Hound by TobiasHR, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics

    The Hanoverian Scenthound it is a strong dog of medium size. By the size of her body, tends to have short legs, as this is advantageous when you must do your nose job close to the ground. Males are larger and heavier than females. Males must have a height at the withers of 50 to 55 centimeters with a weight of 30 to 40 kg. Bitches must have a height at the withers of 48 to 53 centimeters and a weight of 25 to 35 kg. The official standard describes their appearance this way:

    The overall look of the powerful Hanoverian Scenthound is that of a medium-sized dog, well proportioned and powerful. Well-positioned and heavily muscled front and rear limbs allow you to work with resistance. Legs too high, especially an oversized right, they impede work with a deep nose and are out of character. The wide and deep chest provides plenty of room for the lungs and allows for long and grueling chases. The slightly wrinkled forehead and the light and dark eye give the Hanoverian Scenthound his typical serious facial expression.

    The ears are of medium length and, held high on the head, falls. Its pelage is short, dense, thick. Typical of the breed is the basic reddish color, which can range from light pale red to dark brindle, almost black.

    Character and skills

    The Hanoverian Scenthound is a thoroughbred hunting dog with alert senses, but without any kind of nervousness. As long as you don't have a smell in your nose, impresses with a thoughtful nature, quiet and extremely gentle, that for us humans radiates pure slowdown. On the way he shows his passion and follows her with loud barks. The FCI standard describes its nature as follows:

    Quiet and safe nature, but sensitive towards its controller. Selective and reserved with strangers. High concentration capacity in hunting tracking work with a pronounced herd relationship to the main hunter.

    The Hanoverian Scenthound he is a very efficient working dog, who fulfills his tasks conscientiously and with the greatest commitment. Exploring nature together with him and his higher senses is a very special experience and happiness. Its balanced nature, even sovereign, his social qualities and human kindness make him an excellent family dog.

    Fitness

    One Hanoverian Scenthound it is not a companion dog for the city. Not an apartment dog, but a passionate hunting assistant who wants and needs the job. Otherwise, his attitude is completely undemanding. Ideally, they should live with their humans in a house on the edge of the woods or in the country with a garden.. This already results from your task, which must also be that of your caregiver: the search.

    The hunting dog team, composed of the dog and the handler, be prepared at all times to search for injured game animals on behalf of the local hunting community, either after a hunt or a traffic accident. This task should also be shared by the whole family.. The challenges are great in all aspects: all kinds of weather, day or night, crawl hard through dense terrain and open terrain, safely in search of an injured and perhaps aggressive animal, think of the boar. The hound must be able to be directed by its handler at all times. These are challenges that are unmatched in dog sports.. In everyday life he is sociable and discreet. You can do everything with it.

    Education

    The Hanoverian Scenthound is a deeply friendly and eager to learn four-legged friend, that makes it easier for your trainer to train and educate you, as well as working with him. You want and need this guide. But it is not a dog that waits for orders from its keeper. You can't teach him, but you can train him excellently based on positive reinforcement and deep emotional confidence.

    As dogs have only been allowed to breed for many generations if they have mastered many demanding behavioral tests, its performance level is extremely high. This is at the same time a commitment to the management of this dog.

    Care and health

    The Hanoverian Scenthound does not require any special care.

    Brushing the dog's coat weekly is enough to get rid of the various debris collected during the walk or hunting and to remove dead hairs.

    But, it is recommended to regularly inspect your ears. In fact, as in any breed of dog with floppy ears, have an increased risk of otitis. Earwax and accumulated bacteria can cause such infections..

    To protect you from dental problems, the dog's teeth should be brushed regularly. Ideally, this should be at least two or three times a week.

    It also, when you return from long walks with your dog or hunting, it is a good idea to check the parts of your body that may be damaged, especially the legs, tail and ears.

    You should also regularly check for parasites and make sure your dog receives proper pest control treatment..

    Finally, the dog's nails should be trimmed if they are too long. This is particularly necessary if the dog does not regularly walk on very hard surfaces such as concrete..

    Typical diseases of the breed:

    Although the Hanoverian Scenthound does not have a congenital predisposition to any particular pathology, is particularly prone to ear infections in dogs. To prevent these infections, it is advisable to inspect the dog's ears regularly.

    It can also be sensitive to anesthetics and pose entropion risks (the edge of the eyelid is turned inward, which makes the eyelashes and skin rub against the eye) the ectropion (the eyelid is turned out, exposing the conjunctiva and possibly causing eye infections).

    It also presents a risk of obesity for the dog, if you are overfed and / or lead a too sedentary life.

    It also, the main risks to which it is exposed as a hunting dog are insect bites or stings (of vipers, for example), as well as heat stroke. To avoid this, it is better to avoid hunting in the hottest hours of the day.

    Finally, you also run the risk of being injured by hunting (wild pig, deer…). This risk is particularly important for the Hanoverian Scenthound, who is very stubborn at work and never gives up, even when he's hurt.

    Nutrition / Food

    The Hanoverian Scenthound It is a resistant dog that is not difficult to feed. Quality industrial dog food is ideal for him, ideally divided into two meals a day.

    If you hunt, the dog's diet must be adapted to this activity and its seasonality: one month before opening, it may be necessary to make your dog lose weight if he has gained too much weight during winter. This can be done by reducing your portions or by giving you a lower calorie diet..

    On the other hand, once hunting season begins, the dietary and energy needs of the dog are increased by its high physical activity, and it is necessary, on the other hand, or increase servings by 10 to 20% or give him a richer diet.

    It also, it is preferable to divide meals during a hunting day: a small amount of food should be given before departure, and then another at noon, to prevent syncope due to hypoglycemia. This ration is preferably warm and humid so that it digests it faster, so as not to overwhelm you before intense exercise, that could make him sick (vomiting…). The largest portion is given at night.

    Life expectancy

    This breed of dog has a life expectancy of about 12 years.

    Buy a “Hanover Tracker”

    If you are interested in a Hanoverian Scenthound, you must contact him Club Hirschmann well in advance of your planned purchase. Puppies are only released to members on a set schedule. You should then be able and willing to give this hunting dog species-appropriate living conditions for at least 10 years. A puppy of this breed costs about 850 EUR.

    Characteristics "Hanoverian Scenthound"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Hanoverian Scenthound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

    Adaptation ⓘ

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    friendly dog ​​ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    hair loss ⓘ

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Affection level ⓘ

    5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Need for exercise ⓘ

    5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Social need ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Home ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Toilet ⓘ

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Friendly with strangers ⓘ

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    barking ⓘ

    3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Health ⓘ

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    Territorial ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Cat friendly ⓘ

    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Intelligence ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Versatility ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Child friendly ⓘ

    5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    Surveillance ⓘ

    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    joy ⓘ

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    Images "Hanoverian Scenthound"

    Photos:

    1 – Rastreador de Hannover by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/hs-hannoverscher-schweisshund-macho-5226519/
    2 – Rastreador de Hannover by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/hannoverscher-schweißhund-perros-5193568/
    3 – Rastreador de Hannover by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/terrier-hannoverscher-schweisshund-4453683/
    4 – Rastreador de Hannover by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/hannoverscher-schweißhund-perros-5193562/
    5 – Rastreador de Hannover by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/hannoverscher-schweißhund-perros-5193559/
    6 – Hanoverian Scenthound by Hirschmann Association, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Videos "Hanoverian Scenthound"

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 2: Leash (scent) Hounds.
    • UKCScenthounds

    FCI breed standard "Hanoverian Scenthound"

    Origin:
    Germany

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    09. 06. 1999

    Use:

    Trail dog. Hound Dog.



    General appearance:

    The general appearance of the hardy Hannover Hound is that of a medium-sized dog., well proportioned and strong. Well placed front and rear limbs, with strong muscles that enable him for persevering work. Limbs that are too tall and especially an overdeveloped forehead restrict their work of sniffing with their nose on the ground and are atypical.. The deep and wide chest gives the lungs plenty of room and allows for long and demanding jobs. The slightly wrinkled forehead and the transparent dark eyes give the Hanover Hound that serious look on its face, so typical in the. The red base color is also typical for the breed., ranging from a light coloration and can vary to a brindle coloration of shades with dark effects, almost black.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

    • A . Body Length / Height at the Cross : 1,4 to 1
    • B. Chest Depth / Height at the Cross: 0,5 to 1
    • C. Long of the Nasal Bridge / Head Length: 0,5 to 1



    Behavior / temperament:

    Calm and confident temperament, sensitive towards its driver and selective and reserved towards strangers. High capacity for concentration in the search work during the hunt with a marked relationship of revolt towards the hunter who conducts it.

    Head:

    Slightly wrinkled forehead.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Width, increasing the same back, slightly domed. Slightly developed occipital protuberance, superciliary arch, seen in profile clearly marked.
    • Stop : Strongly marked, in males it is more noticeable.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Wide, usually black, rarely dark brown. Big nose, wide, nostrils wide open. Slightly convex or nearly flat bridge of the nose, in males more convex. Gradually narrowing in the direction of the forehead.
    • Snout : Strong, deep and wide. Well developed for use (approximately 50 % the length of the head).
    • Lips : Widths, hanging and well rounded.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Normally developed jaws, Very strong, right, giving enough space to all teeth. 42 teeth with a scissor or pincer bite.
    • Cheeks : Powerful muscles and very strong.

    Eyes : Neither prominent nor sunken, tight eyelids, dark brown irises. Free of ectropion or entropion.

    Ears : Long Middle, tall and wide insert, smooth and without twisting. They hang tight to the head, with rounded edge.

    Neck:

    Long and strong, gradually widening towards the chest, full and loose throat skin, the formation of a slight double chin is allowed.

    Body:

    • top line : Long, many times slightly developed.
    • Cross : Normally checked, strong neck insert.
    • Back : Strong.
    • Pork loin : With a slight arch, wide and flexible.
    • Rump : Wide and long, descending slightly towards the tail.
    • Breast : Deep and spacious, deeper than wide.
    • Bottom line and abdomen : On a line that gradually ascends, slightly retracted.

    Tail:

    High insertion, long and slightly arched. In its insert is strong, gradually tapering to a point.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

    • As a whole : Viewed from the side, the placement is straight and parallel under the body.. Seen from the front, their placement is straight and often close together.. Well proportioned to the body.
    • Shoulder : Flat shoulder blades, strong muscles, placed well oblique.
    • Arm : Long. Elbows : Placed well back and glued.
    • Forearm : Straight, strong muscles.
    • Articulation of the Carpus : Wide, almost right.
    • Metacarpus : Never fully inclined.
    • Previous feet : Strong, round, fingers well arched and together, big rude ear pads, strong nails.

    LATER MEMBERS :

    • As a whole : Seen in profile, the placement is forward or slightly back. good angulation. Viewed from the rear right. For a medium-sized dog with longer than height, the relationship with the body is normal..
    • Pelvis : Wide and spacious.
    • Thigh : With strong muscles.
    • Knee : The joint with an angulation of more than 120º.
    • Leg : Straight and dry.
    • Tarsus : Wide and strong
    • Metatarsus: Placed almost vertical to the floor.
    • Hind feet : Rounded, fingers well together.

    Movement:

    Master all the movements, with strong momentum and elastic and during canter it covers the surface well. The preferred movement during work is the walk and canter.

    Mantle

    SKIN : Thick, well loose, folds predominantly on the head and sometimes in the throat area. The forehead with folds is typical.

    HAIR : Short, thick, hard, rough. In the back of the thigh somewhat longer and thicker. The hair on the tail is bushy, rough and somewhat longer and thicker at the bottom.

    COLOR : Light to dark deer red, more or less brindle, with or without mask. Small white spots on the chest are tolerated.



    Size and weight:

    Height at the Cross :

    • Males: 50 –55 cm.
    • females: 48 – 53 cm..

    Weight:

    • Males: 30 – 40 Kg.
    • females: 25 – 35 Kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the above mentioned criteria is considered to lack, and the gravity of this refers to the degree of deviation to the standard and its impact on the health and well-being of the dog.

    • Square structure.
    • Fine bone structure.
    • Bite faults: Absence of the first premolars or other teeth, prognathism or inferior.
    • Ectropion, entropion.
    • Turned or small ears.
    • Dog strongly developed at the back.
    • Sunken or steep back.
    • Barrel-shaped chest.
    • Strongly curved or too thin tail.
    • Straight or loose shoulders.
    • Pronounced cow's claw or open claws.
    • Open feet or hare's foot.

    MISS PLAYOFFS :

    • Aggressive or fearful dog.
    • The aforementioned fouls that are more pronounced or more marked are eliminatory..

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Hanoverian Hound, Hanoverian Scenthound, Hannover’scher Schweisshund (English).
    2. Chien de rouge du Hanovre (French).
    3. Hannoversche Schweisshunde (German).
    4. (em alemão: hannover’scher schweisshund) (Portuguese).
    5. Sabueso de Hannover (español).