Schillerstövare
Other names: Schiller Hound
The Schiller Hound, also known as the Schillervstovare, is a lively, athletic, medium-sized breed developed in Sweden as an agile hunter. This is a working dog through and through and generally not kept as a house pet. With that said, this breed does hold a wonderful affectionate and loyal side to her personality, although this is usually only directed towards one person.
Key facts about the Schillerstövare
Origins and history
The intelligent and agile Schiller Hound was developed in the 1800s as a mix between the English Foxhound, English Harrier and other Swedish Hound breeds. The goal was to create the perfect sporting dog, capable of hunting in Sweden’s cold weather and harsh terrains - and they certainly succeeded! The breed gained recognition from the Swedish Kennel Club in 1913.
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
Section
Section 1 : Scent hounds
Physical characteristics of the Schillerstövare
Adult size
Female : Between 19 and 22 in
Male : Between 21 and 24 in
Weight
Female : Between 40 and 55 lb
Male : Between 40 and 55 lb
Coat colour
Varying shades of tan, fawn or ginger, often with a black mantle.
Type of coat
Short, thick, glossy, close-lying. Harsh during the winter to protect against the cold.
Eye colour
Dark brown.
Description
The Schiller Hound is an athletic, well-muscled and strong medium-sized dog which is clearly built for working. Her legs are slightly arched, long, and lean, complementing the breed’s incredible speed. Her head is small yet long, with eyes that are dark and deep-set, and ears that are set high and hang down the sides of the face.
Good to know
The Schiller Hound has earned the reputation as the fastest hound in Scandinavia.