Stabijhoun

The Stabijhoun is a medium-sized Dutch breed which is famed for its friendly, loving and gentle temperament. Originally bred as a working farm dog, this smart and active breed needs plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation if kept as a companion pet. Despite this, providing this lovely breed’s needs are met, it’s a calm, cuddly and good-natured dog to have within a family home.
Key facts about the Stabijhoun
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Origins and history
The Stabijhoun originates from Holland and is believed to have descended from Spaniels. Literature concerning the breed dates back to the early 1800s, though the breed wasn’t officially recognised until 1942. Nowadays, the Dutch consider the Stabijhoun a national treasure - however, the breed has also gained popularity in numerous other countries, including the UK.
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 7 - Pointing Dogs
Section
Section 1 : Continental Pointing Dogs
Physical characteristics of the Stabijhoun
Adult size
Female : Between 19 and 20 in
Male : Between 20 and 22 in
Weight
Female : Between 40 and 60 lb
Male : Between 40 and 60 lb
Coat colour
The coat is black, brown or orange with white patches.
Type of coat
The coat is sleek, and slightly wavy on the rump.
Eye colour
The eyes are light to dark brown.
Description
The Stabijhoun is a medium-sized dog with a strong and powerful build. The body is very slightly longer than it is tall, and has an athletic and agile appearance. Females of this breed are visibly smaller than males. The Stabijhoun’s face boasts friendly, round, brown eyes, low-set feathered ears and a black nose with wide nostrils. Overall, the breed is similar in appearance to Spaniels.
Good to know
The name ‘Stabijhoun’ translates to ‘stand by me, dog’ - which, considering the breed’s warm and friendly nature, seems perfectly apt!
Temperament
Behaviour of the Stabijhoun
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Compatibility
Price
This dog is hard to come across. We do not have enough data to set an average price. However, looking after a dog of this size typically costs between £90 to £120 a month, including food, medical/insurance, and incidental expenses.
Grooming
The Stabijhoun is relatively easy to groom. This intelligent breed is good at keeping its coat clean and will only require a weekly brush as a helping hand. While you’ll likely need to bathe your Stabijhoun occasionally, it’s best to do it as little as possible, as over bathing can lead to dry and irritated skin.
Shedding
This breed is a moderate seasonal shedder.
Nutrition of the Stabijhoun
Feed the Stabijhoun a high-quality, complete and balanced dog food which is formulated for active dog breeds.
Health of the Stabijhoun
Life expectancy
Overall, a healthy breed which, like most pure breeds, is prone to a few genetic health disorders. The average life expectancy of this breed is 13 years.
Strong / robust
This dog is generally believed to be a healthy, strong and resilient breed.
Withstand heat
The Stabijhoun shouldn’t be over-exerted during times of heat wave.
Withstand cold
The cold and wet does not scare this dog, but it still prefers to stay warm with its family, especially on winter nights.
Tendency to put on weight
The Stabijhoun is prone to pilling on the pounds if under-exercised and/or over-fed. Make sure to measure out food portions daily and avoid feeding table scraps.
Common illnesses
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow dysplasia
- Epilepsy
- Radius curvus
- Ductus botalli