Slovakian Hound

A very affectionate breed, who loves to be involved in family life. Certainly not aloof.

The Slovensky Kopov is a very playful dog, however be aware that he will sometimes nip when excited.

This is a breed with boundless energy. When playing, he can become very excited and easily knock over a child.

The Slovakian Hound is a very intelligent breed, who usually has a brilliant sense of direction and smell.

This is certainly a hunting dog, who works with great courage, character and endurance.

Even though the Slovakian Hound may be suspicious around strangers, he isn’t an overly aggressive dog.

As is generally the case with many hound-type dogs, the Slovakian Hound does have an independent nature. 

As a very sociable breed, these dogs do love being around humans or other animals. They’re not too happy when left alone for long periods. 

As is the case with many hounds, this is a very intelligent breed who is mostly easy to train. Bear in mind that he can also be quite wilful and often independent at times. This dog also requires a good amount of mental stimulation to keep his brain sharp.

Due to the nature of his skill as a scent hound, this dog will be prone to barking and howling. He will need to be trained not to do this in the home.

The Slovakian Hound has the potential to wander when the fancy takes him. He will attempt to escape at times.

As a very active hound, if he’s not kept active and stimulated, he will become bored and display destructive tendencies. 

This medium sized dog can be quite greedy at times. As a working dog, he needs to be fed a high-quality diet to meet his dietary requirements.

The Slovakian Hound is an attentive watch-dog and guardian for the family, as he is very observant. He can become quite aggressive when he is protecting his family.

These canines are best suited to a rural, outdoor lifestyle, where they get the chance to hunt and follow the scent of a trail. However, providing they are given plenty of exercise and access to a large, fenced-in outdoor space, they will do fine living in a small-sized home.

The Slovakian Hound has a need for lots of exercise. Hiking, swimming and chasing after balls or Frisbees are good ideas for exercise.

This energetic dog isn’t the best choice to take onto public transport. However he will travel in a dog crate in the rear of a vehicle without issue.

As a hunting canine, he probably won’t get along too well with cats and other small pets.

Not the most sociable of canines when around other dogs.

In most situations, the Slovakian Hound gets along well with children in the home. 

This dog just loves to be outside and working and has a need for lots of exercise. Not suited to an inactive household. 

This dog was developed to hunt wild boar and other prey. In most cases, he wouldn’t be chosen as a first dog or a family pet, unless he is guaranteed a great deal of attention, mental stimulation and exercise.