Serbian Tricolour Hound
Other names: Srpski Trobojni Gonic, Yugoslavian Tricolour Hound, Jugoslavenski Trobojni Gonic
The Serbian Tricolour Hound is considered to be one of the rarest breeds in existence. Previously known as the Yugoslavian Tricolour Hound, the Serbian Tricolour Hound was bred as a running hound, typically used to follow feral pigs and large game. This medium sized dog is a loyal and loving breed, popular both in the hunting field and in the home. This dog is very popular in its native country of Serbia, yet very rarely seen elsewhere.
Key facts about the Serbian Tricolour Hound
Origins and history
The Serbian Tricolour Hound has been in existence for many years, yet his exact origins are unclear. Many breeds of scent hound have lived in the Balkans for decades, and in fact, this breed was recognised as just another Serbian scent hound. However, as the breed has certain characteristics that differentiate it from other hounds, it was granted independent status in 1961 by the FCI.
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
Section
Section 1 : Scent hounds
Physical characteristics of the Serbian Tricolour Hound
Adult size
Female : Between 17 and 21 in
Male : Between 18 and 22 in
Weight
Female : Between 44 and 55 lb
Male : Between 44 and 55 lb
Coat colour
Usually deep red or fox red with a black saddle. White stars can appear on the head and chest.
Type of coat
The Serbian Tricolour Hound has a short, dense topcoat and a thick, well-developed undercoat. They have a black mantle or typical saddle shading on their back, and sometimes a white blaze on their foreheads. This blaze can stretch down the muzzle and around the dog’s neck.
Eye colour
Brown.
Description
This medium sized canine has a slightly rounded skull. The dog’s ears are medium in length and set high, yet pendulous and hanging close to the dog’s cheeks. They have a rectangular body shape and a strong, well-muscled back. The hindquarters are straight and strong, with powerful thighs. The tail curves up slightly, but is never lifted above the line of the back.
Good to know
When the country of Yugoslavia was disbanded in 1991, the name of the Yugoslavian Tricolour Hound was changed to the Serbian Tricolour Hound, in a bid to avoid any confusion. Many dog lovers assume that the Serbian Tricolour Hound is just the same dog as a Serbian Hound, with different colouration, but this is not the case. They are in fact two totally separate breeds.