Istrian Wire-haired Hound
Key facts about the Istrian Wire-haired Hound
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Life expectancy :
Between 12 and 14 years
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Temperament :
Affectionate, Playful, Intelligent, Hunter
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Size :
Medium
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Type of coat :
Short, Hard
FCI Group
FCI Group
Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
Section
Section 1 : Scent hounds
Physical characteristics of the Istrian Wire-haired Hound
Adult size
| Female dog |
Between 17 and 22 in
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| Male dog |
Between 17 and 22 in
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Weight
| Female dog |
Between 40 and 44 lb
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| Male dog |
Between 40 and 44 lb
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Temperament
Affectionate
Playful
Calm
Intelligent
Hunter
Fearful / wary of strangers
Independent
Behaviour of the Istrian Wire-haired Hound
Tolerates solitude
Easy to train / obedience
Barking
Tendency to run away
Destructive
Greedy / Gluttony
Guard dog
First dog
Lifestyle
Istrian Wire-haired Hound in a flat
Need for exercise / Sporty
Travelling / easy to transport
Compatibility
Istrian Wire-haired Hound and cats
Istrian Wire-haired Hound and dogs
Istrian Wire-haired Hound and children
Istrian Wire-haired Hound and the elderly
Health of the Istrian Wire-haired Hound
Strong / robust
Withstand heat
Withstand cold
Tendency to put on weight
