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Bernese Hound
Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

Origin: Switzerland
Character: Independent and friendly.
Weight: 19 - 20 kg
Height: Males: 49-59 cm.. females: 47-57 cm.
Life expectancy: 13 - 14 years

Bernese Hound

The Bernese Hound It is mainly used for hunting hare.

Content

History

The Swiss Hound has a very ancient origin. Its existence in Switzerland since the time of the Romans is verified thanks to a mosaic discovered in Avanches that represents hunting dogs whose characteristics coincide with the varieties of Swiss Hound. In the 15th century it was appreciated by Italian fans and in the 18th century by the French due to its extraordinary ability to hunt hare.. Its original local breeding was probably influenced by French small game dogs brought to Switzerland by mercenaries.. In the year 1882 a standard was established for each of the five existing varieties of Swiss Hound. In 1909 These standards were revised, confirming the total disappearance of the Thurgau Hound. The 22 in January of 1933 established a uniform standard for the 4 Swiss Hound varieties. The original variety of Jura Hound type St. Hubert has disappeared today.

There are four varieties of Swiss Hound:

Photo: Bernese Hound during dogs show in Katowice, Poland by Lilly M, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics

In the Bernese Hound the coat is white with black spots or saddle, sometimes slightly mottled. Light to dark beige marks the upper part of the eyes, cheeks, the inner side of the ears and around the anus.

▷ Male weight: 15 to 20 kg
▷ female weight: 15 to 20 kg
▷ The size of the male: 49 to 59 cm.
▷ female size: 49 to 59 cm.

Character and skills

The Bernese Hound he is alive and passionate. Its sensitivity is valued as positively as its ease of use and its attachment to the dog handler. When you follow a clue, expansive and fluid movements are noticeable, as well as the good thrust of the hindquarters. You can feel strength, stamina and temperament, so her fine nose is closely tied to the track.

Acute smell is atypical for Bernese Hound, whose passion for hunting is so tireless that the dog handler must prevent the dog from exaggerating beforehand. Otherwise, the dog chases the prey until he catches it himself. Diligent search is desirable, but the dog, except when used in the pack, must always remain in the hand of his guide.

While the Bernese Hound he was used in his homeland mainly as a lone deer hunter, foxes and hares; In western Switzerland, wild boar hunts are also carried out with hound dogs. In France and Italy they are more likely to continue to be used for herd hunting of hare, wild boar and deer.

In Switzerland, the Bernese Hound They are mainly used for patent and district hunting. In patent hunting, three to six hunters usually form a hunting party. They are distributed among the different posts and the dogs are tied simultaneously at a previously agreed time. This promotes the independent search of each dog and also the pursuit of hares or deer as a lone hunter.. For the hunt to be successful, the hunter must know which path the game will take to be able to shoot it with a shotgun at a maximum distance of 30 m.
During a hunt on hunting ground there are large groups of up to 30 hunters. The hunt leader distributes the hunters in different positions, while a hunter goes on the hunt with all the dogs, and finally hold all the dogs at once. Here the hunt leader must know how the game flees and, therefore, distribute hunters' positions. While hunting in the hunting ground, the hare, the deer and sometimes also the fox are shot from a maximum distance of 30 m.

Off the hunt, the Bernese Hound he is a nice and quiet family member. with whom you are closely linked.

Characteristics "Bernese Hound"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Bernese 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.

Adaptation ⓘ
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friendly dog ​​ⓘ
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hair loss ⓘ
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Affection level ⓘ
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Need for exercise ⓘ
5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Social need ⓘ
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Home ⓘ
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Toilet ⓘ
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Friendly with strangers ⓘ
4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

barking ⓘ
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Health ⓘ
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Territorial ⓘ
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Cat friendly ⓘ
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Intelligence ⓘ
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Versatility ⓘ
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Child friendly ⓘ
4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

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

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

Videos "Bernese Hound"

Bernese Hound (02 June 2012)
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Berner Laufhund
Bernese Hound - Celer Cervarius and puppy 🙂
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Berner Laufhund

Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

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

FCI breed standard "Bernese Hound"

Origin:
Switzerland

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
28.11.2001

Use:

It is a small game hound that hunts hares, deer, foxes and sometimes wild boars. He is an independent hunter by hunting with a bark. Searches and corners its prey with great safety even in difficult terrain.



General appearance:

It is a dog with medium height at the withers. Your body structure indicates strength and tenacity. Its slim head with long snout and long ears give it an expression of nobility.

There are four varieties of Swiss Hound :

  • Bernese Hound
  • Jura Hound
  • Lucerne Hound
  • Schwyz Hound

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

• Body length : Height at withers = approx. 1.15 : 1.
• Height of the withers : chest depth = approx. 2 : 1.
• Length of the nasal shank : skull length = approx. 1 : 1.



Behavior / temperament:

Lively and passionate about hunting. Sensitive, manageable and faithful.

Head:

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Cranial region:
  • Skull : Long, narrow, delgado, noble. Bulging skull, visible occipital protrusion. The direction of the longitudinal axis of the skull and the muzzle shows a slight divergence. No frontal groove, no folds or wrinkles.
  • Depression links (Stop) : Not too developed.

facial region:

  • Truffle : Completely black, well developed; nostrils wide open.
  • Snout : Nobly developed, narrow ; it is not square or pointed ; the muzzle is straight or very slightly convex.
  • Lips : Moderately developed, the upper lips perfectly cover the lower jaw ; slightly open corner.
  • Jaws / Teeth : Powerful jaw. Powerful scissor bite, regular and complete, that is, the upper incisors overlap the lower ones without leaving space between them and the teeth are implanted vertically in the maxilla. Pincer bite allowed. The lack of one or two PM1 or PM2 is acceptable (premolars 1 or 2) . M3 are not taken into account (molars).
  • Cheeks : Loose, non-protruding supraciliary arches.

Eyes : They are more or less light or dark brown depending on the color of the coat ; they are medium in size and slightly oval. The edges of the eyelids are well pigmented. The eyelids are well adherent. The expression is sweet.

Ears : Placed below the eye line, in the posterior part of the cranial region and never implanted in its maximum width. Its length must reach at least the tip of the nose. The pinna is not prominent. The ears are thin. He wears them down, bent and twisted ; they are rounded at the bottom and have a fine, soft coat.

Neck:

Long, elegant, with good musculature ; throat skin is loose without forming a noticeable dewlap.

Body:

  • top line : The neck, the back, The rump and tail form a harmonious and noble line.
  • Cross : Bit strong, free and elegant neck insert.
  • Back : Firm and straight. : Muscular and slightly arched.
  • Rump : Elongated, extends the line of the back harmoniously and descends gently. It is not higher than the cross. The crest of the iliac bone is not too prominent.
  • Breast : Deeper than wide, well descended, reaches to the tips of the elbows. Elongated rib cage with slightly arched ribs.
  • Bottom line and belly : Belly slightly pulled back ; full flanks.

Tail:

Inserted in the extension of the croup. It is of medium length and tapers towards the tip ; at its end it has a slight incline up ; noble. In general, it remains hanging at rest and when walking calmly, without showing an important bend ; When he is attentive or in action he carries it along the line of his back , but never resting in it nor in a curled way. Is well covered with hair, but it doesn't have a spike shape.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

  • As a whole : They are well muscled, thin and not heavy in appearance. Seen from the front they are parallel and from the side they look vertical ; his bones are strong with his feet pointed forward.
  • Shoulder : Long oblique shoulder blades, closely linked to the rib cage. The ideal angulation of the scapulohumeral joint is approximately 100°.
  • Arm : A little longer than the shoulder blade, placed obliquely, closely attached to the chest. His musculature is fine.
  • Elbows : Naturally glued to the side.
  • Forearm : Straight, strong, delgado.
  • Carpo : Strong, wide metacarpus : Relatively short; Seen from the front it is located on the perpendicular line of the forearm; seen from the side it is slightly inclined.
  • Front feet : Rounded, with compact fingers ; hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

LATER MEMBERS :

  • As a whole : They have strong muscles and are in a balanced relationship with the forelimbs ; seen from behind the hind legs are vertical and parallel.
  • Thigh : Long and oblique, powerful although his muscles are thin. The angulation of the coxofemoral joint is approximately 100°.
  • Knee : No inward or outward deviations. Angulation of the femoral-tibian joint approximately 120°.
  • Leg : Relatively long, thin, visible muscles and tendons under the skin.
  • Hock : Tibiotarsal joint angulation approximately 130°.
  • Metatarsus : Pretty short, placed vertically and parallel. Without spurs, except in countries, in which amputation is not allowed by law.
  • Rear feet : Rounded, with compact fingers, hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

Movement:

It is unfolded, regular, harmonious and with good scope. Has good impulse from the hindlimbs. Drive the limbs parallel and straight. The cross moves smoothly and regularly up and down, the back remains straight and the head and neck wobble slightly from side to side.

Mantle

SKIN : Fina, flexible, well adherent, whose color varies in each of the four varieties.

• Bernese Hound : Skin is black under black hair and blackish-white marbling under white hair.
• Jura Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under tan hair..
• Lucerne Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under blue-flecked hair..
• Schwyz Hound : It is dark gray under the orange hair and blackish-white marbling under the white hair..

HAIR : Is short, smooth, thick, very fine on the head and ears.

COLOR :

• Bernese Hound : White with black spots or a black saddle-shaped spot. Tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the inside of the ears and around the anus. Sometimes very lightly splattered (black splash).

• Jura Hound : Tan with black cape, sometimes nuanced black or black with tan over the eyes, cheeks, around the anus and on the extremities ; sometimes with a small white spot on the chest ; this stain may be splattered (black or gray splashes).

• Lucerne Hound : Called blue, with a mixture of black and white hairs, intensely splashed, with black spots or a saddle-shaped spot ; tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the chest, around the anus and on the extremities ; a black cape is allowed.

• Schwyz Hound : White with orange or orange "saddle" spots, sometimes with orange splashes ; an orange coat is allowed.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross :

  • Males : 49-59 cm..
  • females : 47-57 cm No tolerance.


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..

• Rough appearance, vulgar, weak body structure.
• Discordant proportions between body length, the height of the withers and the height of the chest.
• Skull too wide, too convex or too flat.
• Stop too marked.
• Very short or very long snout, too square or pointed.
• Concave nasal bridge.
• Lack of more than two premolars PM1 or PM2. Los M3 (molars 3) are not taken into account.
• Thick lips.
• Light eyes, acute expression, non-adherent eyelids.
• Ears that are too short or flattened, thick or set very high.
• Very short neck.
• Double chin too marked.
• Saddled or arched back (carp back).
• Croup too inclined or too short.
• Rib cage not deep enough, too flat or barrel-shaped.
• Retracted belly, fallen flanks.
• Tail with poor insertion, carried too high, very bent, stooped, very coarse or spike-shaped tail.
• Extremities with bones that are too thin or in a bad position.
• Very sloping shoulders, arm too short.
• Weak carpal joints.
• Insufficient angulations of the hind limbs ; cow or barrel shaped limbs.
• Dewclaws on the hind limbs, except in countries in which amputation is not permitted by law.
• Rough coat, not smooth.
• Flaws in color and markings.

  1. Bernese Hound : Too many black splashes on the white. Tan or white on the outside of the ears.
  2. Jura Hound : Uniform color. Noticeable white patch or heavily speckled patch on the chest.
  3. Lucerne Hound : Lack of « blue » splash. Tan on the outside of the ears.
  4. Schwyz Hound : Too many orange splashes on the white. Uniform color. White on the outside of the ears.

• Slightly fearful or aggressive behavior.

MISS PLAYOFFS

• Excessively fearful or aggressive dog.
• Atypical general appearance of the breed.
• Completely depigmented nose.
• Upper or lower prognathism, incisor arcade deviated.
• Ectropion, entropion (even if it had been operated).
• Horn tail, threaded, knotty the hook.
• Size above or below tolerance.

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

Varieties of «Swiss Hounds»

The four varieties of Swiss Hounds have their own specific hunting characteristics.:

– The Bernese Hound, with her beautiful throat ("the howler of the Jura"), demanding, mainly used for hares;
– He "Jura Hound«, an excellent recuperator
– The Lucerne Hound, reminiscent of Small Blue Gascony, he is an active and passionate dog that hunts deer very well;
– The "Hound of Schwyz", less widespread outside of Switzerland, is reserved for rabbits and hares.

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Lucerne Hound
Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

Origin: Switzerland
Character: Vivacious and docile
Weight: 15 - 20 Kg
Height: Male: 49–59 cm. Female: 47–57 cm
Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

Lucerne Hound

The Lucerne Hound is a lively dog, but gentle and docile. Very attached to his master.

Content

History

The breed was originally bred in the Lucerne area, Switzerland. Already in appearance it is closely related to the dog Bloodhound. It can be assumed that the Small Blue Gascony may also have played a role in the development of the breed: Striking colored coat with speckled pattern suggests this. It is one of the four Swiss Hounds, that have been combined by the FCI under a single breed standard, but they are judged separately in the exhibitions. The other varieties of the breed are:

Physical characteristics

Height at the withers up to 59 cm..
The ears are far back, very large, heavy, bent and turned.
Fur: Short, thick and thick, Fox fur
color: blue, of a combination of black and white hairs, very mottled, with black spots or a black chair.

Character and skills

The Lucerne Hound is a lively dog, but gentle and docile. Very attached to his master.

Like all dogs Swiss hounds, this breed is also relatively small. This is partly due to the fact that environmental conditions in the mountains, where were these dogs born, they are extremely hard, so animals with low energy requirements survived better than larger dogs. The Lucerne Hound used for a wide variety of hunting, from wild boars to deer and hares. Although the dense fur protects the dog from the cold and he likes to live outdoors, look for comfort; therefore he feels comfortable in the city, but needs a lot of activity and enough exercise. There is an almost identical breed with shorter legs – the Small Lucerne Hound, one of the varieties of Small swiss hound. It is suitable as a working dog, hunting and company.

Characteristics "Lucerne Hound"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Lucerne 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.

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

friendly dog ​​ⓘ
4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

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

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

Need for exercise ⓘ
5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

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

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

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

Friendly with strangers ⓘ
3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

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

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

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 ⓘ
4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

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

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

Videos "Lucerne Hound"

chiens courant lucernois entrainement 2
chiens courant lucernois entrainement 1

Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

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

FCI breed standard "Lucerne Hound"

Origin:
Switzerland

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
28.11.2001

Use:

It is a small game hound that hunts hares, deer, foxes and sometimes wild boars. He is an independent hunter by hunting with a bark. Searches and corners its prey with great safety even in difficult terrain.



General appearance:

It is a dog with medium height at the withers. Your body structure indicates strength and tenacity. Its slim head with long snout and long ears give it an expression of nobility.

There are four varieties of Swiss Hound :

  • Bernese Hound
  • Jura Hound
  • Lucerne Hound
  • Schwyz Hound

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

• Body length : Height at withers = approx. 1.15 : 1.
• Height of the withers : chest depth = approx. 2 : 1.
• Length of the nasal shank : skull length = approx. 1 : 1.



Behavior / temperament:

Lively and passionate about hunting. Sensitive, manageable and faithful.

Head:

---

Cranial region:
  • Skull : Long, narrow, delgado, noble. Bulging skull, visible occipital protrusion. The direction of the longitudinal axis of the skull and the muzzle shows a slight divergence. No frontal groove, no folds or wrinkles.
  • Depression links (Stop) : Not too developed.

facial region:

  • Truffle : Completely black, well developed; nostrils wide open.
  • Snout : Nobly developed, narrow ; it is not square or pointed ; the muzzle is straight or very slightly convex.
  • Lips : Moderately developed, the upper lips perfectly cover the lower jaw ; slightly open corner.
  • Jaws / Teeth : Powerful jaw. Powerful scissor bite, regular and complete, that is, the upper incisors overlap the lower ones without leaving space between them and the teeth are implanted vertically in the maxilla. Pincer bite allowed. The lack of one or two PM1 or PM2 is acceptable (premolars 1 or 2) . M3 are not taken into account (molars).
  • Cheeks : Loose, non-protruding supraciliary arches.

Eyes : They are more or less light or dark brown depending on the color of the coat ; they are medium in size and slightly oval. The edges of the eyelids are well pigmented. The eyelids are well adherent. The expression is sweet.

Ears : Placed below the eye line, in the posterior part of the cranial region and never implanted in its maximum width. Its length must reach at least the tip of the nose. The pinna is not prominent. The ears are thin. He wears them down, bent and twisted ; they are rounded at the bottom and have a fine, soft coat.

Neck:

Long, elegant, with good musculature ; throat skin is loose without forming a noticeable dewlap.

Body:

  • top line : The neck, the back, The rump and tail form a harmonious and noble line.
  • Cross : Bit strong, free and elegant neck insert.
  • Back : Firm and straight. : Muscular and slightly arched.
  • Rump : Elongated, extends the line of the back harmoniously and descends gently. It is not higher than the cross. The crest of the iliac bone is not too prominent.
  • Breast : Deeper than wide, well descended, reaches to the tips of the elbows. Elongated rib cage with slightly arched ribs.
  • Bottom line and belly : Belly slightly pulled back ; full flanks.

Tail:

Inserted in the extension of the croup. It is of medium length and tapers towards the tip ; at its end it has a slight incline up ; noble. In general, it remains hanging at rest and when walking calmly, without showing an important bend ; When he is attentive or in action he carries it along the line of his back , but never resting in it nor in a curled way. Is well covered with hair, but it doesn't have a spike shape.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

  • As a whole : They are well muscled, thin and not heavy in appearance. Seen from the front they are parallel and from the side they look vertical ; his bones are strong with his feet pointed forward.
  • Shoulder : Long oblique shoulder blades, closely linked to the rib cage. The ideal angulation of the scapulohumeral joint is approximately 100°.
  • Arm : A little longer than the shoulder blade, placed obliquely, closely attached to the chest. His musculature is fine.
  • Elbows : Naturally glued to the side.
  • Forearm : Straight, strong, delgado.
  • Carpo : Strong, wide metacarpus : Relatively short; Seen from the front it is located on the perpendicular line of the forearm; seen from the side it is slightly inclined.
  • Front feet : Rounded, with compact fingers ; hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

LATER MEMBERS :

  • As a whole : They have strong muscles and are in a balanced relationship with the forelimbs ; seen from behind the hind legs are vertical and parallel.
  • Thigh : Long and oblique, powerful although his muscles are thin. The angulation of the coxofemoral joint is approximately 100°.
  • Knee : No inward or outward deviations. Angulation of the femoral-tibian joint approximately 120°.
  • Leg : Relatively long, thin, visible muscles and tendons under the skin.
  • Hock : Tibiotarsal joint angulation approximately 130°.
  • Metatarsus : Pretty short, placed vertically and parallel. Without spurs, except in countries, in which amputation is not allowed by law.
  • Rear feet : Rounded, with compact fingers, hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

Movement:

It is unfolded, regular, harmonious and with good scope. Has good impulse from the hindlimbs. Drive the limbs parallel and straight. The cross moves smoothly and regularly up and down, the back remains straight and the head and neck wobble slightly from side to side.

Mantle

SKIN : Fina, flexible, well adherent, whose color varies in each of the four varieties.

• Bernese Hound : Skin is black under black hair and blackish-white marbling under white hair.
• Jura Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under tan hair..
• Lucerne Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under blue-flecked hair..
• Schwyz Hound : It is dark gray under the orange hair and blackish-white marbling under the white hair..

HAIR : Is short, smooth, thick, very fine on the head and ears.

COLOR :

• Bernese Hound : White with black spots or a black saddle-shaped spot. Tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the inside of the ears and around the anus. Sometimes very lightly splattered (black splash).

• Jura Hound : Tan with black cape, sometimes nuanced black or black with tan over the eyes, cheeks, around the anus and on the extremities ; sometimes with a small white spot on the chest ; this stain may be splattered (black or gray splashes).

• Lucerne Hound : Called blue, with a mixture of black and white hairs, intensely splashed, with black spots or a saddle-shaped spot ; tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the chest, around the anus and on the extremities ; a black cape is allowed.

• Schwyz Hound : White with orange or orange "saddle" spots, sometimes with orange splashes ; an orange coat is allowed.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross :

  • Males : 49-59 cm..
  • females : 47-57 cm No tolerance.


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..

• Rough appearance, vulgar, weak body structure.
• Discordant proportions between body length, the height of the withers and the height of the chest.
• Skull too wide, too convex or too flat.
• Stop too marked.
• Very short or very long snout, too square or pointed.
• Concave nasal bridge.
• Lack of more than two premolars PM1 or PM2. Los M3 (molars 3) are not taken into account.
• Thick lips.
• Light eyes, acute expression, non-adherent eyelids.
• Ears that are too short or flattened, thick or set very high.
• Very short neck.
• Double chin too marked.
• Saddled or arched back (carp back).
• Croup too inclined or too short.
• Rib cage not deep enough, too flat or barrel-shaped.
• Retracted belly, fallen flanks.
• Tail with poor insertion, carried too high, very bent, stooped, very coarse or spike-shaped tail.
• Extremities with bones that are too thin or in a bad position.
• Very sloping shoulders, arm too short.
• Weak carpal joints.
• Insufficient angulations of the hind limbs ; cow or barrel shaped limbs.
• Dewclaws on the hind limbs, except in countries in which amputation is not permitted by law.
• Rough coat, not smooth.
• Flaws in color and markings.

  1. Bernese Hound : Too many black splashes on the white. Tan or white on the outside of the ears.
  2. Jura Hound : Uniform color. Noticeable white patch or heavily speckled patch on the chest.
  3. Lucerne Hound : Lack of « blue » splash. Tan on the outside of the ears.
  4. Schwyz Hound : Too many orange splashes on the white. Uniform color. White on the outside of the ears.

• Slightly fearful or aggressive behavior.

MISS PLAYOFFS

• Excessively fearful or aggressive dog.
• Atypical general appearance of the breed.
• Completely depigmented nose.
• Upper or lower prognathism, incisor arcade deviated.
• Ectropion, entropion (even if it had been operated).
• Horn tail, threaded, knotty the hook.
• Size above or below tolerance.

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. Lucerne Hound (English).
2. Courant lucernois (French).
3. Blausprenkel (German).
4. Sabujo Lucerna (Portuguese).
5. Perro sabueso suizo de Lucerna (español).

Varieties of «Swiss Hounds»

The four varieties of Swiss Hounds have their own specific hunting characteristics.:

– The Bernese Hound, with her beautiful throat ("the howler of the Jura"), demanding, mainly used for hares;
– He "Jura Hound«, an excellent recuperator
– The "Hound of Lucerne", reminiscent of Small Blue Gascony, he is an active and passionate dog that hunts deer very well;
– The Schwyz Hound, less widespread outside of Switzerland, is reserved for rabbits and hares.

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Schwyz Hound
Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

Origin: Switzerland
Character: Independent and energetic.
Weight: 16 - 25 Kg.
Height: Males: 49-59 cm.. females: 47-57 cm..
Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

Schwyz Hound

The Schwyz Hound they are a very lively and energetic breed that requires a significant amount of daily exercise.

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History

The Schwyz Hound has ancient origins, the details are a bit confusing though. Dogs of this type are represented in mosaics dating from the Roman Helvetian era and the first specimens of the breed were highly sought after in Italy during the 15th century and then by the French during the 18th century..

It is believed that the Schwyz Hound It was influenced by the French Hounds brought to Switzerland by traveling mercenaries and eventually became one of the five varieties of "Swiss Hound.". More specifically, the Schwyz Hound it is one of the four breeds sometimes referred to – the other varieties are:

The first breed standard for the Schwyz Hound was established in 1882 and reviewed in 1909. The breed was accepted by the FCI under the name of Schweizer Laufhund in 2001.

Physical characteristics

It is a dog with medium height at the withers. Your body structure indicates strength and tenacity. Its slim head with long snout and long ears give it an expression of nobility.

Size: Males: 49-59 cm.. females: 47-57 cm..

Color: White with orange or orange "saddle" spots, sometimes with orange splashes; an orange coat is allowed.

Character and skills

The Schwyz Hound it is a friendly breed that can do well in a family environment as long as its exercise requirements are consistent. These dogs get along well with other dogs and can also be gentle with children. Just be careful around cats and other household pets because these dogs have strong hunting instincts – raising pets together and working on early socialization will help. You should also make sure your dog gets plenty of mental and physical exercise to avoid the kind of boredom that can lead to destructive behavior..

The Schwyz Hound they are a very lively and energetic breed that requires a significant amount of daily exercise. These dogs need at least an hour of moderate to vigorous exercise each day and will also appreciate having time to run around in a fenced yard.. This breed can also be a good candidate for dog sports, if you are looking for opportunities to get you some extra exercise.

Training

The Schwyz Hound has strong hunting instincts that can be developed and controlled through training. These dogs are trained to hunt in packs., so they are a bit independent by nature and can be stubborn at times. Keeping your training sessions short and offering plenty of food rewards will help ensure training success., in addition you must maintain a firm and consistent hand in leadership with this breed. Early socialization is also important for this breed.

Characteristics "Schwyz Hound"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Schwyz 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 "Schwyz Hound"

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Willie de Schwyzer Laufhund

Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

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

FCI breed standard "Schwyz Hound"

Origin:
Switzerland

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
28.11.2001

Use:

It is a small game hound that hunts hares, deer, foxes and sometimes wild boars. He is an independent hunter by hunting with a bark. Searches and corners its prey with great safety even in difficult terrain.



General appearance:

It is a dog with medium height at the withers. Your body structure indicates strength and tenacity. Its slim head with long snout and long ears give it an expression of nobility.

There are four varieties of Swiss Hound :

  • Bernese Hound
  • Jura Hound
  • Lucerne Hound
  • Schwyz Hound

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

• Body length : Height at withers = approx. 1.15 : 1.
• Height of the withers : chest depth = approx. 2 : 1.
• Length of the nasal shank : skull length = approx. 1 : 1.



Behavior / temperament:

Lively and passionate about hunting. Sensitive, manageable and faithful.

Head:

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Cranial region:
  • Skull : Long, narrow, delgado, noble. Bulging skull, visible occipital protrusion. The direction of the longitudinal axis of the skull and the muzzle shows a slight divergence. No frontal groove, no folds or wrinkles.
  • Depression links (Stop) : Not too developed.

facial region:

  • Truffle : Completely black, well developed; nostrils wide open.
  • Snout : Nobly developed, narrow ; it is not square or pointed ; the muzzle is straight or very slightly convex.
  • Lips : Moderately developed, the upper lips perfectly cover the lower jaw ; slightly open corner.
  • Jaws / Teeth : Powerful jaw. Powerful scissor bite, regular and complete, that is, the upper incisors overlap the lower ones without leaving space between them and the teeth are implanted vertically in the maxilla. Pincer bite allowed. The lack of one or two PM1 or PM2 is acceptable (premolars 1 or 2) . M3 are not taken into account (molars).
  • Cheeks : Loose, non-protruding supraciliary arches.

Eyes : They are more or less light or dark brown depending on the color of the coat ; they are medium in size and slightly oval. The edges of the eyelids are well pigmented. The eyelids are well adherent. The expression is sweet.

Ears : Placed below the eye line, in the posterior part of the cranial region and never implanted in its maximum width. Its length must reach at least the tip of the nose. The pinna is not prominent. The ears are thin. He wears them down, bent and twisted ; they are rounded at the bottom and have a fine, soft coat.

Neck:

Long, elegant, with good musculature ; throat skin is loose without forming a noticeable dewlap.

Body:

  • top line : The neck, the back, The rump and tail form a harmonious and noble line.
  • Cross : Bit strong, free and elegant neck insert.
  • Back : Firm and straight. : Muscular and slightly arched.
  • Rump : Elongated, extends the line of the back harmoniously and descends gently. It is not higher than the cross. The crest of the iliac bone is not too prominent.
  • Breast : Deeper than wide, well descended, reaches to the tips of the elbows. Elongated rib cage with slightly arched ribs.
  • Bottom line and belly : Belly slightly pulled back ; full flanks.

Tail:

Inserted in the extension of the croup. It is of medium length and tapers towards the tip ; at its end it has a slight incline up ; noble. In general, it remains hanging at rest and when walking calmly, without showing an important bend ; When he is attentive or in action he carries it along the line of his back , but never resting in it nor in a curled way. Is well covered with hair, but it doesn't have a spike shape.

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PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

  • As a whole : They are well muscled, thin and not heavy in appearance. Seen from the front they are parallel and from the side they look vertical ; his bones are strong with his feet pointed forward.
  • Shoulder : Long oblique shoulder blades, closely linked to the rib cage. The ideal angulation of the scapulohumeral joint is approximately 100°.
  • Arm : A little longer than the shoulder blade, placed obliquely, closely attached to the chest. His musculature is fine.
  • Elbows : Naturally glued to the side.
  • Forearm : Straight, strong, delgado.
  • Carpo : Strong, wide metacarpus : Relatively short; Seen from the front it is located on the perpendicular line of the forearm; seen from the side it is slightly inclined.
  • Front feet : Rounded, with compact fingers ; hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

LATER MEMBERS :

  • As a whole : They have strong muscles and are in a balanced relationship with the forelimbs ; seen from behind the hind legs are vertical and parallel.
  • Thigh : Long and oblique, powerful although his muscles are thin. The angulation of the coxofemoral joint is approximately 100°.
  • Knee : No inward or outward deviations. Angulation of the femoral-tibian joint approximately 120°.
  • Leg : Relatively long, thin, visible muscles and tendons under the skin.
  • Hock : Tibiotarsal joint angulation approximately 130°.
  • Metatarsus : Pretty short, placed vertically and parallel. Without spurs, except in countries, in which amputation is not allowed by law.
  • Rear feet : Rounded, with compact fingers, hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

Movement:

It is unfolded, regular, harmonious and with good scope. Has good impulse from the hindlimbs. Drive the limbs parallel and straight. The cross moves smoothly and regularly up and down, the back remains straight and the head and neck wobble slightly from side to side.

Mantle

SKIN : Fina, flexible, well adherent, whose color varies in each of the four varieties.

• Bernese Hound : Skin is black under black hair and blackish-white marbling under white hair.
• Jura Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under tan hair..
• Lucerne Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under blue-flecked hair..
• Schwyz Hound : It is dark gray under the orange hair and blackish-white marbling under the white hair..

HAIR : Is short, smooth, thick, very fine on the head and ears.

COLOR :

• Bernese Hound : White with black spots or a black saddle-shaped spot. Tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the inside of the ears and around the anus. Sometimes very lightly splattered (black splash).

• Jura Hound : Tan with black cape, sometimes nuanced black or black with tan over the eyes, cheeks, around the anus and on the extremities ; sometimes with a small white spot on the chest ; this stain may be splattered (black or gray splashes).

• Lucerne Hound : Called blue, with a mixture of black and white hairs, intensely splashed, with black spots or a saddle-shaped spot ; tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the chest, around the anus and on the extremities ; a black cape is allowed.

• Schwyz Hound : White with orange or orange "saddle" spots, sometimes with orange splashes ; an orange coat is allowed.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross :

  • Males : 49-59 cm..
  • females : 47-57 cm No tolerance.


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..

• Rough appearance, vulgar, weak body structure.
• Discordant proportions between body length, the height of the withers and the height of the chest.
• Skull too wide, too convex or too flat.
• Stop too marked.
• Very short or very long snout, too square or pointed.
• Concave nasal bridge.
• Lack of more than two premolars PM1 or PM2. Los M3 (molars 3) are not taken into account.
• Thick lips.
• Light eyes, acute expression, non-adherent eyelids.
• Ears that are too short or flattened, thick or set very high.
• Very short neck.
• Double chin too marked.
• Saddled or arched back (carp back).
• Croup too inclined or too short.
• Rib cage not deep enough, too flat or barrel-shaped.
• Retracted belly, fallen flanks.
• Tail with poor insertion, carried too high, very bent, stooped, very coarse or spike-shaped tail.
• Extremities with bones that are too thin or in a bad position.
• Very sloping shoulders, arm too short.
• Weak carpal joints.
• Insufficient angulations of the hind limbs ; cow or barrel shaped limbs.
• Dewclaws on the hind limbs, except in countries in which amputation is not permitted by law.
• Rough coat, not smooth.
• Flaws in color and markings.

  1. Bernese Hound : Too many black splashes on the white. Tan or white on the outside of the ears.
  2. Jura Hound : Uniform color. Noticeable white patch or heavily speckled patch on the chest.
  3. Lucerne Hound : Lack of « blue » splash. Tan on the outside of the ears.
  4. Schwyz Hound : Too many orange splashes on the white. Uniform color. White on the outside of the ears.

• Slightly fearful or aggressive behavior.

MISS PLAYOFFS

• Excessively fearful or aggressive dog.
• Atypical general appearance of the breed.
• Completely depigmented nose.
• Upper or lower prognathism, incisor arcade deviated.
• Ectropion, entropion (even if it had been operated).
• Horn tail, threaded, knotty the hook.
• Size above or below tolerance.

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

Varieties of «Swiss Hounds»

The four varieties of Swiss Hounds have their own specific hunting characteristics.:

– The Bernese Hound, with her beautiful throat ("the howler of the Jura"), demanding, mainly used for hares;
– He "Jura Hound«, an excellent recuperator
– The Lucerne Hound, reminiscent of Small Blue Gascony, he is an active and passionate dog that hunts deer very well;
– The "Hound of Schwyz", less widespread outside of Switzerland, is reserved for rabbits and hares.

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Small swiss hound
Suiza FCI 60 . Small-sized Hounds

Origin: Switzerland
Character: Friendly and quiet
Weight: 8 - 15 kg
Height: Males: 35 - 43 cm. - females: 33 - 40 cm.
Life expectancy: 10-12 years

Small Bernese hound
Small Bernese hound
The dog Small swiss hound, little stimulated, tends to become a nuisance pet that can be difficult to train.

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History

In the early 20th century, hunting began to change in Switzerland. Private hunting grounds were introduced and the standard size of the Swiss Hound he was too fast and enthusiastic to hunt properly within these smaller hunting grounds. The hunters decided to develop a different breed of hunting that could hunt efficiently and effectively within the closed private hunting grounds.. Many people think that Small swiss hound it's just a smaller version of the Swiss Hound. While this is partly true, They are a different race that originated from crossing the Swiss Hound with the Basset Hound. The ultimate goal was to develop a breed that was shorter and smaller., but also had the same four color variants as the Swiss Hound. The resulting dogs were expected to have a strong sense of smell for nose work and a melodious voice to sound the alarm when hunting..

The Small swiss hound He is an outstanding hunter and has the ability to track scents for miles over rough terrain. The Small swiss hound became the hunting dog of people hunting on private land.

The United Kennel Club recognized the Small swiss hound in 2006. The Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) accepted them and adopted the official breed standard under the name Schweizer Niederlaufhund in 2015.

The Small swiss hound still a popular hunting companion in his native Switzerland.

Photo: Small Bernese Hound Smooth-coated male by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics

In proportion smaller than the Swiss Hound. Its body shape is rectangular, moderately long, and strong conformation. Medium size head, thin, elegant, with friendly facial expression
and attentive. His ears are very long, low insertion, and he wears them folded. Thin and strong limbs. When walking calmly, he has his tail hanging, in activity bends it slightly upwards.

The Small swiss hound comes in four different varieties. The only difference between the varieties is the color, but each variety has its own name.

Variants Small swiss hound

Small hound of Juraequeño de Jura
Small Jura hound
Small Bernese hound
Small Bernese hound
Small Schwyz hound
Small Schwyz hound
Small Lucerne hound
Small Lucerne hound
  • The Small Jura hound has a smooth coat that is black with tan markings found over the eyes.
    The Small Jura hound has only one coat and may only have a small amount of white on its body.
  • The Small Bernese hound has two types of fur:
    the smooth coat and the rough coat.
    The rough coat has a single hard coat and a small beard.
    The Small Bernese hound it's black and white with fiery marks over its eyes; many call it tricolor.
  • The Small Schwyz hound has a single, smooth coat that is predominantly white with yellow-red spots; orange-red spots are also acceptable.
  • The Small Lucerne hound has a single smooth coat that is predominantly white but mottled with black or gray giving the illusion of a blue body. They have black spots with tan markings over their eyes.

    • Photos:

    1 – Small Bernese Hound Smooth-coated male by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    2 – Jura low-run dog by Bhv The Max
    3 – This dog is a small Schwyz Hound by pets.ch
    4 – Little Lucerne Hound by carlosh catalog

    Character and skills

    When he's hunting, the Small swiss hound is tireless and relentless, exhibiting impressive endurance and strength of character. They tend to be lively and excitable, eager to do their job. Most of the Small swiss hound they are happy to hunt regardless, without any royal order from his master.

    Despite being bred to hunt, most breed members can make the transition from working bloodhound to family pet easily and are generally affectionate and demonstrative with their owners. They are good friends with children and other dogs, but they cannot be trusted with small animals, including cats and rabbits.

    The temperaments of individuals vary, and while some may be quiet and peaceful house guests, others may be excitable and jumpy. Dogs with more energy can often be taught to settle inside the house once they have been properly exercised.. Ideally, the exercise should take the form of hunting, as this not only burns off excess energy but also occupies your inquisitive mind. The dog Small swiss hound, little stimulated, tends to become a nuisance pet that can be difficult to train.

    Not being an aggressive dog, the Small swiss hound should not be used as a guard dog as it does not tend to scare off intruders and does not usually feel the need to guard your property.

    “Small Swiss Hound” Training

    The phrase "small dog syndrome" may be mentioned when talking about Small swiss hound, as they have a reputation for acting like large dogs in small dog bodies. Full of confidence, lively and independent, this is not a breed for the novice trainer. Obedience work can be a particular challenge, since they have a free-spirited character and a mind of their own.

    Coaches must be firm and inflexible, keeping your training sessions short and interesting to keep the dog's interest. How this breed likes to assume a dominant position in the home, he should be taught his place from an early age, to avoid any bad behavior.

    most dogs Small swiss hound they are still used as hunting dogs in Switzerland today, meaning your exercise requirements are easily met during hunting season. In the case of non-working dogs, or when the hunting season is over, owners should take time to meet the needs of this active hound.

    A rural setting is the ideal place for Small swiss hound, who needs wide terrain to explore and does not enjoy being confined. It is essential that your property is securely fenced to avoid solo adventures.

    Health «Small Swiss Hound»

    There are not many diseases that affect the Small swiss hound more than other races, but there are a handful of conditions that should be watched in individuals:

    ear infections

    Hanging ears are prone to developing ear infections., particularly if a dog spends a lot of time outside wet and muddy. Keeping your ears clean can prevent this from becoming a problem..

    Hip Dysplasia

    Malformed hip joints can lead to lifelong discomfort and reduced mobility. x-rays of the hips (a process called “hip scoring”) should be performed when a breeding dog is over one year of age to ensure that its hips are of a good enough quality to be passed down.

    Grooming «Small Swiss Hound»

    Although there are a number of different coat types within the breed, all are easy to maintain and need little in the way of grooming. Weekly brushing will suffice. The Small swiss hound you will only need to be bathed a few times a year. If owners feel the need to disguise their "dog smell" they can use dry shampoo, avoiding the risk of drying out their skin and coat.

    Ears of the Small swiss hound should be cleaned weekly and ideally checked daily for signs of infection. They must be completely dried after getting wet.

    Characteristics "Small swiss hound"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Small swiss 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 "Small swiss hound"

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    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.3: Small-sized Hounds. ⓘ
    • – UKC – Scenthounds ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "Small swiss hound"

    Origin:
    Switzerland

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    28.11.2001

    Use:

    It is a hunting dog in the strict sense of the word.. He is an independent hunter by hunting with a bark ; searches and corners its prey with great safety even in difficult terrain. The Small Swiss Hound is also used to bleed the injured animal.



    General appearance:

    Hound type dog (Hound), in proportion smaller than the Swiss Hound with a height of the withers of 35-43 cm for males and 33-40 cm for females; its body shape is rectangular, moderately long, and strong conformation. Medium size head, thin, elegant, with friendly and attentive facial expression. His ears are very long, low insertion, and he wears them folded. Moderately wide and high chest and costal arch that provide plenty of space for the heart and lungs. Thin and strong limbs. When walking calmly, he has his tail hanging, in activity bends it slightly upwards.

    Color varieties :

    • Small Bern Hound,
    • Small Jura Hound,
    • Small Lucerne Hound and
    • Small Schwyz Hound.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Of fine smell, It is agile and resistant ; small hunting dog, passionate, that keeps the trail safe and hunts with persistent harmonious bark. He is kind in nature, neither fearful nor aggressive. His temperament is calm, but lively.

    Head:

    Thin, elegant. Seen from the front it is long and narrow and slowly widens towards the cheeks..

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Slightly convex, no wrinkles on the front, without front groove. Not very prominent occipital crest. The line that goes from the occipital crest to the stop is almost the same length and forms a parallel line with the line that goes from the stop to the nose..
    • Depression links (Stop) : Moderately marked.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : It is dark with wide open windows.
    • Snout : Powerful, quite long and moderately deep, nape pointed. The nasal canal preferably straight or slightly convex, rather narrow.
    • Lips : Upper lips slightly hanging and with rounded edges in the anterior part, never pointed. Closed lip corner.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Very strong scissor bite, regular and complete, That is, the upper incisors overlap the lower ones without leaving space between them.. The teeth are implanted in an upright position in the powerful jaw. Pincer bite is allowed. The lack of two PM1 or PM2 is tolerated (premolars 1 or 2 ). The flap of M3 (molars 3) is not taken into account.
    • Cheeks : Poorly developed.

    Eyes : dark, clean, slightly oval in shape; friendly expression. They should not be sunken or protruding. The eyelid slit is rigid with well adherent eyelids. Edges of the eyelids with good pigmentation.

    Ears : Low insert, narrow and a little backwards, no higher than the eye line. In length they reach at least to the tip of the nose. ; He wears them well folded and they hang close to his cheeks ; Their texture is soft and they are covered with fine hair.. The pinna does not protrude.

    Neck:

    Moderately long, light and elegant, but with good muscles. Throat skin is loose, but a noticeable double chin is not desired.

    Body:

    • top line : Harmonica, descends slightly from the insertion of the neck to the rump.
    • Back : Straight, firm, moderately long.
    • Pork loin : Wide and strong, flexible.Grupa : Gently descend towards the insertion of the tail; hips should not be visible.
    • Breast : Width and height, reaching up to elbow height; the tip of the sternum is visible, but not too prominent. The ribs are long and moderately rounded. The costal arch extends well posteriorly.
    • Bottom line and belly : The belly line is slightly raised towards the hind limbs. The flanks are moderately full.

    Tail:

    Low insertion in harmonious continuation with the croup ; medium length, reaching at least to the hock ; with enough hair ; ends in an elegant point, no true feathers. At rest and when walking it hangs without noticeable flexion. When active or excited, he carries it slightly raised., but never turned on the back.

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    PREVIOUS MEMBERS

    • As a whole : His muscles are strong, but it doesn't give the impression of being heavy. Seen from the front the forelimbs are thin, very straight and upright with good bones and solid feet, directed forward.
    • Shoulder : His muscles are strong ; the shoulder blades are flat and close together, relatively long and placed obliquely ; the angle of the shoulder joint is approximately 90°.
    • Arm : Almost as long as the shoulder blades, placed in an oblique position.
    • Elbows : Stuck naturally against the side.
    • Forearm : Strong, delgado, very straight, a little shorter than arms.
    • Ulnocarpal joint : Strong.
    • Metacarpus : Short ; seen from the front, its position is vertical, never deviated ; seen from the side it should never be completely straight, but slightly inclined in relation to the ground.
    • Front feet : Rounded, firm, compact. Short fingers, well arched. Hard and rough pads. solid nails. Fine fur between the fingers.

    LATER MEMBERS :

    • As a whole : They have strong muscles, well proportioned compared to previous members. Good angulations at the knee and hock joints (tibio-tarsiana). Parallel hindlimbs, neither too close nor too far apart. In a natural position they should be placed slightly backwards. Bones a little less strong than those of the forelimbs.
    • Thigh : Good length and width, strong and well muscled.
    • Knee : good angulation ; turned neither in nor out.
    • Leg : Proportionately long, with inclined position. The bones are a little less strong than those of the forelimbs.
    • Warm-foot joint : Strong, well angled, low placement.
    • Metatarsus : Short, seen from behind in a straight and parallel position.
    • Rear feet : Quite round and firm ; closed and short fingers ; hard and rough pads. Strong nails. Fine hair between fingers. Without spurs, except in countries in which amputation is not permitted by law.

    Movement:

    • Preferred natural movements : trot or gallop which both cover a lot of ground. At a trot, movement must be free and dynamic, with long steps of the forelimbs and strong impulse of the hind limbs. Limbs move in straight, parallel lines.
    • forward action : Nor narrow, nor deviated, with fingers neither too far apart nor closed.
    • Rear action : practically parallel, with notable momentum, neither too narrow nor too wide, neither in the form of a cow nor a barrel.


    Mantle

    SKIN : Well adherent and laid, without wrinkles.

    COAT

    HAIR :

    • Smooth fur : Short, smooth, well adherent, thinner on the head and ears.

    • Hard hair : Lasted, elastic, good paste ; with little internal fleece ; the beard is poorly developed.

    COLOR :

    There are four color varieties.

    • Small Bernese hound: This variety exists with hard hair and with straight hair.. Always tricolor : white black and tan (red). The basic color is white with large black plates. White very lightly splashed with black is acceptable. fire color (reddish-brown markings) on the eyes, cheeks, on the inside and upper region of the ears and around the anus. A black cloak is allowed. Black skin under black hair, blackish-white marbling beneath the white hair.
    • Small Jura hound: This variety exists with straight hair, rarely with double hair (Stockhaar). Preferably deep black with tan markings over the eyes, cheeks, in the chest and/or extremities. O well : reddish-brown color (fire) with black cape or black “saddle”. A small white spot on the chest is tolerated.. Black skin under black hair and lighter under tan hair.
    • Small Lucerne hound: This variety has straight hair. Basic color white- dense grayish or black-white dotted with large dark or black plates. fire color (reddish-brown markings) on the eyes, cheeks, below the tail insertion, in the chest and extremities. A black cloak is allowed. Black skin under black hair and lighter under blue-flecked hair..
    • Small Schwyz hound: This variety has straight hair. Basic color white, with large or smaller yellow-reddish or red-orange plates. Some isolated red splashes are not considered a fault. Dogs with red coats are allowed. Dark gray skin under orange hair and lighter under blue-flecked hair.


    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross : Males : 35 – 43 cm.,females : 33 – 40 cm. Tolerance : +/- 2 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..

    • Bones that are too thin or too coarse ; lack of substance.
    • Thick head, not very harmonious.
    • Partially flesh-colored nose.
    • Clear eye or lost expression.
    • Ears set too high ; flat ears, thick or very short.
    • Noticeably developed double chin.
    • Saddled or arched back (carp).
    • Short croup, inclined.
    • Shallow chest, flat or barrel-shaped. Irregular rib cage (crushed ribs : bell-shaped chest).
    • Tail carried too high, very bent.
    • Curved forelimbs, deviated inward or outward.
    • Straight back (very open angle) ; arm too short.
    • Weak ulnocarpal joint, crushed metacarpus.
    • Crushed feet, hare feet.
    • Angles of the hind limbs that are too straight ; cow-shaped or barrel-shaped limbs.
    • Lack of color and markings.- In the little Bern Hound : too much black splashes on the white.- In the small Schwyz Hound : too much red-orange splashes on the white. carbon coat (tight) in the ears, at the insertion of the tail and/or on the plates.
    • Questionable behavior, slightly aggressive.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Very fearful or aggressive behavior.
    • Completely flesh-colored nose.
    • Upper or lower prognathism, incisor arcade deviated.
    • Lack of incisors or canines; canines in incorrect position; lack of more than three premolars and/or molars.
    • Entropion, ectropion.
    • Sternum too short, broken chest.
    • Curled or broken tail.
    • All color combinations that do not correspond to those indicated in the standard.
    • Height at withers : Males less than 33 cm and greater than 45 cm.Females less than 31 cm and greater than 42 cm..

    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. Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund (English).
    2. Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund (French).
    3. Schweizer Niederlaufhund (German).
    4. Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund (Portuguese).
    5. (en suizo, Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund) (español).

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    Swiss Hound
    Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Lively, docile and sensitive.
    Weight: 15 - 20 Kg.
    Height: 49 - 59 cm..
    Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

    Schwyz Hound
    Schwyz Hound

    In the breed standard, the temperament of Swiss hound is described as "Vivacious and passionate By hunting, sensitive, docile and very attached to his master.

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    History

    It is said that the Swiss Hound is among the oldest members of the Group of Hounds. According to a 15th century letter to Ernst, Elector of Saxony (1441-86), Swiss working dogs were among the best. Images from the 17th century show packs of hounds "with the same color and the same size, "big heads and very long ears".

    Three centuries later, the german dog writer Richard Strebel wrote in «Die Deutschen Hunde» (German dog breeds, 1903-05) that the hounds that lived separately in a restricted area of ​​Switzerland therefore developed separately.

    In the decade of 1890, it seemed that purebred bloodhounds were marked for death in Switzerland, despite the breeding Schwyz Hound, Bernese Hound and Lucerne Hound. Some hounds were exported to Scandinavia and, thanks to the crossing with native hounds, the Stövares (scandinavian hounds) they were blooming. But at the same time, the Thurgauer Laufhund quietly disappeared in Switzerland, and the Aargauer Laufhund gave way to Jura Hound (Bruno Jura Hound).

    In 1903, J. Dust del Swiss Kennel Club founded the Schweizerische Laufhunde-Club (Swiss Hound Club) and in 1907 an appeal was made to save the Swiss hound of extinction. Then something remarkable happened: the breed club bought good quality Swiss hounds and gave them to prudent breeders and hunters. Test rules and regulations were developed and a series of obligations were established: to) only one dog at a time when hunting; b) the dog had to be under control when searching for game; c) a dog that disappeared during the hunt had to return to its master within half an hour; y d) the dog was to return as soon as the horn sounded, regardless of whether the dog was looking. Using these rules, the breed club tried to exclude disobedient dogs and forced owners to properly breed and train their dogs.

    Four varieties

    The development of Swiss Hound started in the decade of 1930, but it took time and effort. In 1937, only five hounds were entered in the Swiss herd book. The Dr. O. Vollenweider managed to gather 11 hound collectors in the city of Soleura, in northwestern Switzerland. Dogs suitable for breeding were selected and, in 1933, a breed standard was published. In the standard, the varieties were distinguished by coat color and pattern.

    In 1944, 150 Swiss hounds were entered in a hound exhibition. (as a neutral country, Switzerland did not participate in WWII) It was no longer forbidden to work with dogs that gave tongue, and bloodhounds of more than 20 inches (50 centimeters) to the cross.

    Attempts to save or restore the Laufhund de Argovia they were unsuccessful; in 1933, the breed standard was canceled. Four varieties remained: the Bernese Hound, the Jura Hound (Bruno Jura Hound), the Lucerne Hound and the Schwyz Hound. Their names connect them with cities and areas of Switzerland (Berne, Lucerne, Jura), or with Switzerland.

    It is said that between 1902 and 1922, a few 1.200 swiss hounds, mainly Schwyz Hound white-yellow, they were raised in Norway. Some years, there were more Swiss Hounds outside of Switzerland than in their country of origin. In 1993, about 1.000 copies of Lucerne Hound they lived in sweden.

    France is another importer. Seventy-five Jura Hound (Bruno Jura Hound) enrolled in an exhibition in Lyon in 1976. It is not surprising that the Jura is predominantly found in France and Switzerland, and that it extends to Germany. Since the 15th century, Swiss hounds were also exported to Italy. According to raven, they frequently crossed paths with his Italian cousin, the Italian short-haired Segugio.

    Photo: XXXVIII Wystawa krajowa psów rasowych w Częstochowie. Gończy ze Schwyz: Ella Haniccina Zahradka z hodowli Z Pastorowej Sfory należąca do Mariusza i Wioletty Antoszczuk by chained, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Swiss Hound varieties:

    1 Bernese Hound
    Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Bernese Hound
    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Independent and friendly.
    Weight: 19 - 20 kg
    Height: Males: 49-59 cm.. females: 47-57 cm.

    The Bernese Hound It is mainly used for hunting hare.

    The Swiss Hound has a very ancient origin. His existence

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    2 Lucerne Hound
    Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Lucerne Hound
    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Vivacious and docile
    Weight: 15 - 20 Kg
    Height: Male: 49–59 cm. Female: 47–57 cm

    The Lucerne Hound is a lively dog, but gentle and docile. Very attached to his master.

    The breed was originally bred in

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    3 Schwyz Hound
    Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Schwyz Hound
    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Independent and energetic.
    Weight: 16 - 25 Kg.
    Height: Males: 49-59 cm.. females: 47-57 cm..

    The Schwyz Hound they are a very lively and energetic breed that requires a significant amount of daily exercise.

    The Schwyz Hound

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    4 Jura Hound (Bruno Jura Hound)
    SuizaFCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Bruno Jura Hound
    Origin: Switzerland, France
    Character: Independent and partner
    Weight: 15 to 20 Kg
    Height: 43 to 58 cm.

    The Jura Hound It is very distant with strangers and needs firm handling if kept as pets.

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    Bernese Mountain Dog
    Suiza FCI 45 - Swiss Cattle Dogs

    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Minder and protective
    Weight: 40 to 50 Kg
    Height: 58 to 70 cm.
    Life expectancy: 6 - 8 years

    Boyero de Berna

    The Bernese Mountain Dog the races is more sweet and good with children, despite its large size

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    History

    The Bernese Mountain Dog (Berner Sennenhund) as well, call Bernese Mountain Dog, Perro de Montaña Bernés or Bouvier Bernois) It is a breed of dog very versatile Bootes that originated in the canton of Bern in Switzerland.

    The breed was used with the aim of all farm dogs, custody of the goods and to drive dairy cattle long distances from the farm to the Alpine pastures. This type of Bootes Swiss, originally called the Dürrbächler, alluding to a small town (Dürrbach) where were the big dogs especially frequent.

    At the beginning of 1900, There was a dog show, in Berne and several fans brought their copies, but they were a very small number, already in 1907 a few breeders of the Burgdorf region founded the first breed club, el “Swiss Dürrbach Club”, and wrote the first standard that defines the Cowbird of Berne as a breed apart. In 1910, there was already 107 registered members.

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    Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
    Suiza FCI 58 - Swiss Cattle Dogs

    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Intelligent and affectionate
    Weight: 40 to 63,5 Kg
    Height: 65 to 74 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 11 years

    Gran Boyero Suizo

    Despite its impressive size and weight, The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is strong and agile.

    Content

    History

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is an old Swiss farm dog. It is the largest of the family of mountain dogs. These served in the mountains and valleys of the Swiss Alps as a complete tool for farmers. They watched the house and the farm. If a herd of cows had to be moved from one meadow to another, they made sure everyone stayed on the road and no cow was left behind.

    The great mountain dogs, from which the current one emerged Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, harnessed in front of larger wagons and served as all-terrain and mountain tractors, more or less like the old one Unimog. It was not unusual for them to be harnessed in pairs in front of a cart full of valuable cheese, so they could independently find their way from the alpine pasture to the village, to the merchant and back. Mountain Dogs and Swiss Cattle Dogs used to be a single family of dogs. What they have in common is a strong bond with family and their farm., a confident self-awareness, a widely lost hunting instinct, a high degree of vigilance, a loving attitude towards his own people and a reserved attitude towards strangers.

    A few ago 100 years, mountain dogs were divided into four breeds: Entlebucher, Appenzeller, Berne, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog – in order of size. This and the artificial fixation in a tricolorism conceived by the breed have not been good for the health of these great dogs.. So the statistics of the British Kennel Club 2014 document a life expectancy of only 8 years for Mountain Dogs and Bovine Dogs. Healthy servants could easily live 4 more years. More about this in the portrait of the respective mountain and cattle dogs.

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog became a valuable companion dog, but still has the skills of a working dog. In 1912 The "Club of Great Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs" was founded in Switzerland.

    Physical characteristics

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a big dog, robust, strong-boned and well-muscled. Radiates sovereign calm and self-confident composure, and that's how it is. The difference between the sexes should be quite large.
    The males must have a height at the withers of 65 to 72 centimeters, the females of 60 to 68. The weight is between 35 and 50 kg.

    The standard establishes numerous regulations on the details of coloring, texture and pattern of its coat. I should have brush hair and be tricolor. We see detailed regulations, where white marks are allowed and where they are not. In the interest of dogs, do not take these external characteristics so seriously, that are only devised by your breeder. Turning those details into breeding selection criteria is not in the interest of the welfare of the offspring. Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, they only have an extremely small gene pool anyway. What matters is the character and physical condition of the dogs. this last, Unfortunately, not too rare a problem. The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog it has better qualities than the color of its coat.

    Character and skills

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog feel more comfortable in the field. He wants to be moved and you can experience wonderful stress-free walks in nature with him. As it has little hunting instinct and usually has a good ear, you can enjoy relaxed and stress-free hours outdoors with it, even without a strap. But, It is not a companion dog for athletes..

    One Greater Swiss Mountain Dog not suitable for life in the middle of the big city. You don't need a house with a big garden, what would be ideal. He likes to have a land or a yard where he can take care of things. Otherwise, does not have any special requirement regarding its maintenance. Most important is their close integration into the human family. For a permanent or even partial stay in a kennel these dogs are completely unsuitable.

    Educating the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    One Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can be trained very well. He likes to learn. It is strongly oriented towards its people, what you can use well. The Great swiss you can read the mood and wishes of your people on their faces. This in turn means that one must approach one's education with feeling and of course with consequence.. He has a pronounced sense of justice and, the other way, expect an equally fair deal. One must not only accept their occasional stubbornness, but you must like it. They challenge an intimate and mutually respectful relationship between dog and owner. The reward is a happy coexistence for both parties.

    Care and health of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog it is very easy to care for, just brush it occasionally.

    Like many large dog breeds, tends to have hip problems (HD) or elbows (ED). La endogamia, unfortunately partly strong, has a negative effect on physical fitness and life expectancy.

    Nutrition / Food

    The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has no special demands on their diet. Like many dogs of his size, tends to churn your stomach. Therefore you should not eat too fast and let it rest after eating.. Veterinarians often recommend an elevated feeding bowl, that can be purchased in specialized stores. During the breeding season, special attention must be paid to an adapted nutrition.

    The life expectancy of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    One Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is relatively strongly affected by inbreeding and breeding selection that is one-sidedly oriented toward outward appearances, such as fur color details. So, their life expectancy has decreased in part enormously. It's between eight and -healthily- twelve years.

    Buy a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

    When buying a puppy you must be careful that no ancestor appears twice in the pedigree. (endogamia). Otherwise, you should look for a breeder affiliated with the Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dog Club. You can also find the dog of your dreams at the animal shelter or in an emergency initiative.

    Characteristics "Greater Swiss Mountain Dog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Greater Swiss Mountain Dog" 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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    Images "Greater Swiss Mountain Dog"

    Photos:

    1 – Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, tricolour by Canarian / CC BY-SA
    2 – Greater Swiss Mountain Dog by jude / CC BY
    3 – Big Swiss Mountain Dog and Entlebucher Mountain Dog during International show of dogs in Katowice – Saucer, Poland by Pleple2000 / CC BY-SA
    4 – All Mountain Dogs: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, the Bernese Mountain Dog, the Appenzeller Mountain Dog an the Entlebucher Mountain Dog by Shining dog / CC BY-SA

    Videos "Greater Swiss Mountain Dog"

    Type and recognitions:

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

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Pinscher and Schnauzer-Molossoid type dogs – Swiss Mountain Dogs and Cattledogs. Section 2.2 Molossoid, mountain type. ⓘ
    • – AKC – Working dogs ⓘ
    • – CKC – Working dogs ⓘ
    • – ​KC – Working dogs ⓘ
    • – UKC – Watchdog ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "Greater Swiss Mountain Dog"

    Origin:
    Switzerland

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    25.03.2003

    Use:

    Originally used as a guard and traction dog. He is currently used as a family dog., companionship and protection.



    General appearance:

    It is a tricolor dog, robust, strong bone and good musculature. Despite its size and weight, demonstrates agility and endurance. The sexual characteristics of the male and female are pronounced.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

    • body length (measured from the tip of the shoulder to the tip of the buttock: height of the cross: = 10 : 9.
    • Chest depth: height of the cross: = 1 : 2.
    • Length of the skull: nose length: = 1 : 1.
    • Skull width: muzzle width: = 2 : 1.


    Behavior / temperament:

    insurance, attentive, awake and fearless in everyday situations, kind and dependent with people he trusts and self-confident in relation to strangers; medium temperament.

    Head:

    In relation to the body, it's strong but not heavy. The head of the males is more powerful than that of the females.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Flat and wide with a front groove that gradually heads and disappears upward.
    • Depression links (Stop): Notorious.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: black.
    • Snout: Strong, longer than deep, without looking pointy from above or from the sides. Straight nose cane, no middle groove.
    • Lips: Poorly developed, tight; black pigmented; not hanging.
    • Jaw – Teeth: Strong jaws. Full scissor bite, strong and regular. Lack of 2 teeth (premolars 1 y/ o 2) is tolerated. The absence of the M3 is not taken into account.

    Eyes: Medium, in the form of almond, not deep or bulging, hazelnut brown or chestnut, of happy and awake expression. Eyelids are well attached. The darkly pigmented edge of the eyelids.

    Ears: Medium-sized, triangular and fairly high set. When the dog is calm, supported and flat; when you are attentive, directs them forward. With enough hair both on the outside and on the inside.

    Neck:

    Strong, muscular, chubby and no chin.

    Body:

    Slightly longer than the height at the withers.

    • Back: Moderately long, strong and straight.
    • Pork loin: Wide and well muscled.
    • Rump: Long and wide, with a gently rounded fall; neither too high nor abruptly dropped.
    • Breast : Strong, width, reaching to the elbows; round-oval rib diameter chest neither flat nor crowded. Well developed sill.
    • Abdomen and lower line: The abdomen and flanks are poorly gathered.

     

    Tail:

    Inserted in harmonic continuation with the rump. Pretty heavy, reaching the hock; if the dog is calm, the tail hangs; if you are at attention or on the move, wears it higher and slightly curved, but never ringed or on the back.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

    • As a whole: Seen from ahead straight and parallel placed rather apart.
    • Shoulder: The long shoulder blade, strong, inclined, glued and well muscled, forming a not very obtuse angle with the arm.
    • Forearm: Straight and strong bone.
    • Metacarpus: Strong, seen from the front, in straight extension of the forearm; seen from the sides almost perpendicular.

    LATER MEMBERS:

    • En set: Seen from behind, straight and not too close. Metatarsals and feet must not be inclined inward or outward; dewclaws must be amputated, except in countries, in which amputation is not permitted by law.
    • Thigh: Rather long, width, strong and well muscled.
    • Knee: Claramente an obtuse angle.
    • PinScheme: Relatively long.Hock: Strong and well angled.

    FEET: Strong, straight, closed, fingers well together, well arched and strong nails.

    Movement:

    Wide and uniform in all types of gears. Good forward reach and good momentum from hindlimbs. When jogging, limbs move in a straight line, seen both in front and behind.

    Mantle

    • Fur: double hair, composed of dense outer layer of medium length, and inner fleece, equally dense, preferably dark gray to black. Short external hair is allowed, if the inner fleece is thick.
    • Color: Typically tricolor: Basic color is black with symmetrical reddish-brown fire markings and white markings. The reddish-brown fiery markings lie between black and white on the cheeks, above the eyes, on the inner side of the ears, at the sides of the chest, on all four limbs and at the bottom of the tail. White markings are located on the head (forehead and muzzle), from throat to chest (without interruption), on the feet and at the tip of the tail. Between the white mark on the forehead and the brown fire marks- reddish over the eyes should be a black streak. White spot on neck or white collar is tolerated.


    Size and weight:

    TAHAND:  
    Alturto the cross In males: 65 – 72 cm.,
      In females: 60 – 68 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..

    • Dubious behavior.
    • Lack of other teeth, maximum two premolars (PM1 and / or PM2). M3s are not taken into account caliper bite.
    • light eyes; insufficient eyelid occlusion
    • Mantle: Internal fleece of brownish-yellowish or light gray color visible. Dirty colors.
    • Lack of marking
      • Lack of white mark on the head; very wide list.
      • White mark of the muzzle visibly reaching beyond the corners of the lip
      • «White boots» (white color that reaches above the metacarpal or metatarsal joints.
    • Notoriously asymmetrical drawings

    FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..
    • Upper or lower prognathism, arcade of the deviated incisors
    • Entropion, ectropion.
    • One eye or two blue eyes.
    • Short hair without undercoat.
    • Long hair.
    • Non tricolor dog.
    • Basic color other than black.


    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.

    TRANSLATION: Federation Canófila Mexicana a.c.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

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    Appenzell Cattle Dog
    Suiza FCI 46 - Swiss Cattle Dogs

    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Cheerful and protective
    Weight: 22 to 32 Kg
    Height: 47 to 58 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

    Boyero de Appenzell

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog kept in a principle in general as a farm dog.

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    History

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog (Appenzeller Sennenhund) It is a breed of dog of medium size, one of the four regional breeds of Sennenhund (Type of dogs from the Swiss Alps). The name Sennenhund refers to people Senn, dairy and livestock farmers in the Swiss Alps. Appenzell It is an Alpine region of northeast of Switzerland.

    There are two theories about the origin of the Appenzell Mountain Dog. A, It is a native breed dating back to the bronze age, and the other, It descends from the molossians and he was taken to Switzerland by the Romans. In any case, It is one of the four Swiss Sennenhund. The Appenzell is the rarest of the four. It is an excellent dog of herd. Tireless and great firmness in the mountains. It also adapts to pull a cart and is used to bring the milk and cheese among traders of the Swiss valleys.

    The first Club and Book of Origins of the breed were started in 1906 by Albert Heim and other, who wrote the first breed standard in 1916. One of the earliest references to the predecessors of the race was embodied in a book of 1853, “Tierleben der Alpenwelt” (Animal life in the Alps), referring to the dogs in the Appenzell region. The Appenzell Mountain Dog was recognized -internationally- as a separate breed in 1989.

    Physical characteristics

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog is a great mountain dog, has a height of 47 to 58 cm to the cross and a weight of 22 to 32 kg. Like the other Sennenhund, It is a large dog and has a layer of tricolor hair that distinguishes.

    It is a dog of large muscles but not very full-bodied, with wide and flat skull, and a snout that tapers towards the truffle. Eyes small and dark; and ears, slopes. It is the only one of the Swiss Cattle Dogs to have its tail wrapped around its back.. The hair is cut, bright and bushy. Color: It supports the black and Tan with white markings on the chest, the head and feet

    Character and skills

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog was initially kept as herd guardian, dog shooting, and in general, as a farm dog.

    The race was also used for grazing and as a guard dog. Today the breed is kept primarily as a companion, and excels in obedience competitions and Schutzhund.

    Like all large working dogs, very active, which is why, This race should be socialized at an early age with other dogs and people, and always with normal activity and training that can live safely as a pet (given its size, It may be a problem if you do not receive adequate education). According to the breed standard, dogs they are cheerful in spirit, playful, and distrustful to strangers.

    Despite its fairly strong character, tends to be always quiet, nice. If not go to custody, behave amicably with everyone. It is the most docile of Swiss boyeros and, therefore, the easiest of train, but it is also the most barking.

    Appenzell Cattle Dog Education

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog can be well trained. He loves to learn and he does it with enthusiasm. It is strongly oriented towards its humans, which can be put to good use. The Appenzell Cattle Dog you can read the mood and wishes of your people on their faces. That in turn means that you have to approach your education with feeling., and of course with consistency. He has a pronounced sense of justice and, therefore, he challenges people to treat him fairly. It is important that already in the puppy stage you begin to control their joy of barking, who once characterized him as a good cut dog.

    Appenzell Cattle Dog care and health

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog it is very easy to care for, brushing here and there is enough.

    Regarding your health, tend to have trouble with their hips (HD) or knees (ED), up to falls. In old age you can see a tendency to skin tumors. Partially strong inbreeding has a negative effect on fitness and life expectancy.

    Nutrition / Food

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog you have no special requirements in your diet. Have a healthy appetite and tend to be overweight, especially in old age.

    The life expectancy Appenzell Cattle Dog

    The Appenzell Cattle Dog it is relatively strongly affected by inbreeding and a breeding selection that is one-sidedly oriented towards outward appearances, such as fur color details. So, their life expectancy has decreased in part enormously. It's between eight and -healthily- twelve years.

    Buy Appenzell Cattle Dog

    When buying a puppy care must be taken that the ancestor in the puppies' pedigree does not appear twice. (endogamia). Otherwise, you should look for a breeder affiliated with the Swiss Mountain Dog Club. You can also find the dog of your dreams at the animal shelter or in an emergency initiative. You can get a puppy in a serious kennel from 1200 EUR.

    Characteristics "Appenzell Cattle Dog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Appenzell Cattle Dog" 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 ⓘ
    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    friendly dog ​​ⓘ
    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

    hair loss ⓘ
    3,0 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 ⓘ
    2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

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

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

    Friendly with strangers ⓘ
    4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Images Appenzell Cattle Dog

    Videos Appenzell Mountain Dog

    Type and recognitions:

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    Federations:

    FCI ⓘ, AKC ⓘ, ANKC ⓘ, UKC ⓘ

    FCI breed standard Appenzell Cattle Dog

    FCIFCI - Appenzell Cattle Dog
    		Cattle

    Alternative names:

    1. Appenzeller, Appenzeller Cattle Dog, Appenzeller Mountain Dog (English).
    2. Bouvier d’Appenzell (French).
    3. Appenzeller (German).
    4. Appenzeller Sennenhund (Portuguese).
    5. Appenzeller (español).

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