Posavatz Hound
Other names: Posavac Hound, Posavaz Hound, Posavski Gonic, Kras Posavac Basin Hound, Posavina Hound
The Posavac Hound is little known, yet he is such a gem of a dog. He is obviously a hound-type dog, looking similar to a Beagle that has been stretched slightly. In character, he likes to be busy and has such an enthusiasm and zest for life. In addition, he is also a loyal, gentle and very loving canine. This breed hails from Croatia where he is a working dog, hunting for small game.
Key facts about the Posavatz Hound
Origins and history
Images of similar hound dogs have been discovered on frescoes dating back to the 16th century. The Posavac Hound originates from the region formerly known as Yugoslavia. They are descendants from the extinct Molossian dogs. Initially, a dog known as the Boskini, a Posavac type hound, was discovered around the 1800s. As the breed became more popular, the name changed to “Posavac Houndare”, or the Posavac Hound, as we know him today. Even to this day, the breed isn’t recognised by either the US or UK Kennel Clubs and remains something of a rare breed.
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
Section
Section 1 : Scent hounds
Physical characteristics of the Posavatz Hound
Adult size
Female : Between 19 and 21 in
Male : Between 20 and 22 in
Weight
Female : Between 44 and 55 lb
Male : Between 44 and 55 lb
Coat colour
Red, Wheaten, Fawn.
Type of coat
This dog’s coat is short and flat.
Eye colour
Brown.
Description
This medium-sized hunting dog is of the hound variety. With floppy, velvet-covered ears, a sensible face, a broad forehead and a longish muzzle. He is built for movement yet is quietly sturdy. You can just picture him running for many hours, with his nose to the ground as he follows an attractive scent.
Good to know
The average litter size when the Posavac Hound has puppies is around 6 to 8 pups. As the majority of these hounds are used for hunting purposes, it’s important to begin their socialisation and training from a very early age. As a medium-sized hound, Posavac pups are going to reach their adult size at just under 12 months old.