Montenegrin Mountain Hound
Other names: Crnogorski planinski gonič

Previously known as the Yugoslavian Hound, this dog looks like a typical hound with his brown, black and white coat colours. He is a medium-sized scent hound used to track large game and feral pigs. The Montenegrin Mountain Hound is a loyal and loving dog, very popular both for working and companionship.
Key facts about the Montenegrin Mountain Hound
Origins and history
The Montenegrin Mountain Hound has the same origins as the other common dogs of the Balkans. The first standard of this breed, which has also been called the Black Hound in the past, dates back to 1924. The FCI officially recognized the breed in 1969.
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
Section
Section 1 : Scent hounds
Physical characteristics of the Montenegrin Mountain Hound
Adult size
Female : Between 17 and 21 in
Male : Between 17 and 21 in
Weight
Female : Between 44 and 55 lb
Male : Between 44 and 55 lb
Coat colour
Mostly black with reddish-tan markings on the head and lower legs with an occasional spot of white.
Type of coat
The Montenegrin Mountain Hound has a gleaming coat that has a short, abundant top coat and a dense undercoat.
Eye colour
Brown.
Description
Agile, lean and muscular, the Montenegrin Mountain Hound is an athletic dog. It has a rectangular-shaped body, a powerful neck, a broad back and deep chest. The head is somewhat narrow with well-developed muscles. The dog’s ears are moderately long, oval in shape and set high on his head.
Good to know
When the Montenegrin Mountain Hound has puppies, the average litter size can be between just 3 to 6 pups. The offspring will require a standard puppy feed to support healthy development and growth. If you intend to use the pup for hunting purposes, early training and socialisation is necessary.