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Swiss Hound

Swiss Hound
Swiss Hound
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Key facts about the Swiss Hound

  • Life expectancy : Between 12 and 14 years
  • Temperament : Playful, Hunter
  • Size : Medium
  • Type of coat : Short

FCI Group

FCI Group

Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds

Section

Section 1 : Scent hounds

Physical characteristics of the Swiss Hound

Adult size

Female dog Between 19 and 22 in
Male dog Between 19 and 23 in

Weight

Female dog Between 33 and 55 lb
Male dog Between 33 and 55 lb

Temperament

Affectionate

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Playful

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Calm

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Intelligent

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Hunter

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Fearful / wary of strangers

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Independent

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Behaviour of the Swiss Hound

Tolerates solitude

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Easy to train / obedience

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Barking

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Tendency to run away

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Destructive

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Greedy / Gluttony

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Guard dog

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First dog

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Lifestyle

Swiss Hound in a flat

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Need for exercise / Sporty

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Travelling / easy to transport

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Compatibility

Swiss Hound and cats

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Swiss Hound and dogs

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Swiss Hound and children

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Swiss Hound and the elderly

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Grooming

Health of the Swiss Hound

Strong / robust

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Withstand heat

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Withstand cold

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Tendency to put on weight

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