Austrian Black and Tan Hound
Other names: Austrian Smooth-Coated Hound, Osterreischische Glattaarige, Brandlbracke, Bracke, Vieraugl

The Austrian Black and Tan Hound is a sweet looking dog, especially when a small puppy. With their fascinating ancestry traced back to Celtic hounds, these large dogs are brilliant hunters tracking down game, mostly in the mountainous ranges of Austria.
Key facts about the Austrian Black and Tan Hound
Origins and history
The Austrian Black and Tan Hound has ancient ancestors from the Celtic Hound breed of dogs. These Celtic dogs were introduced into Western Europe as guard dogs, hunting dogs, and war dogs. During the late 19th century, the original Austrian Black and Tan Hound breed was established in Austria, as a tracking and hunting dog. Even today, they are known for their amazing persistence, their speed, agility and sharp nose, especially when hunting.
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
Section
Section 1 : Scent hounds
Physical characteristics of the Austrian Black and Tan Hound
Adult size
Female : Between 19 and 21 in
Male : Between 20 and 22 in
Weight
Female : Between 40 and 44 lb
Male : Between 40 and 44 lb
Coat colour
Black and tan are the main colours for the Austrian Black and Tan Hound. The size and location of the tan markings can vary.
Type of coat
Black and Tans have a typical hound-like coat, that should be smooth with a sheen, and close-lying and short.
Eye colour
Dark brown and clear. This breed should have 2 tan marks above his eyes that actually give the appearance of the dog having 4 eyes.
Description
This breed originated in Austria, as the name suggests. The dog has a powerful stance and a strong body, although it will never appear stocky or thick-set. The Austrian Black and Tan Hound is a very athletic, agile dog. It has a glossy black and tan coat, brown eyes and the drooping ears typical of a hound breed.
Good to know
The Austrian Black and Tan Hound has distinctive fawn-coloured markings at eyebrow level. His Austrian name, “Vieräugl” translates to “four eyes” because of this appearance.