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Hellenic Hound (Greek Harehound)
Medium Breed
The Hellenic Hound is a good-looking breed that also has a brave and outgoing personality. It is very playful and affectionate to everyone; always happy to take part in a game if given the opportunity.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Greece
Weight
17-20 kgs/37-44 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 45-57 cm/18 - 22 3/4 inches; Females 43-55 cm/17 1/4 - 22 inches
Coat
Short, dense, close-fitting, and quite hard
Markings
Black and tan. Tan, any shade from amber to a warm auburn. Small white markings on chest and toes. Small white patch on the chest can be found.
Lifespan
11 years
It is a talented hunter, working well over all terrain and its beautiful voice alerts its masters to the quarry it has found. The Hellenic Hound is a very loyal breed that makes a truly wonderful companion.
Temperament
The Hellenic Hound is a very hardy and active hunter with a harmonious voice and is not suited to life as a pet. It hunts either on its own or as part of a pack and can cope with all types of lowland or mountain terrain. It requires consistent training.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Hellenic Hound is a wonderful breed, happy, hardy and a great hunter. It is more suited to life as a hunter than as a pet.
- A very good hunting breed
- Can make a very good companion
- Does not need any trimming or stripping
- Not suited to apartment or city life
- Prefers hot climates
- Not a very good pet
- Requires daily vigorous exercise