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Schiller Hound (Schillerstovare)
Medium Breed
The Schiller Hound is an energetic breed of dog, loving to hunt and having a natural instinct for it. As the fastest of all the Swedish hounds it is highly valued for its ability to hunt alone in the snow.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Sweden
Weight
40-55 lbs/18-25 kgs (Standards may vary)
Height
Males 53-61 cm/21 1/4 — 24 1/2 inches; Females 49-57 cm/19 1/2 — 22 3/4 inches (Standards may vary)
Coat
Harsh and lying close to the body
Markings
Tan with a black mantle. White markings on the chest and toes are permissible as well as black markings on the cheeks.
Lifespan
Average 12 years
It is a beautiful breed which is loved just as much by the Swedish people for its companionship as its hunting ability.
Temperament
The Schiller Hound is a lively breed with a high energy level. It is attentive, robust and fast when on the move. It hunts hare and fox alone, not in packs as many other hounds do. It does make a good companion and needs firm and consistent training and socialisation.
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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 Schiller Hound is a beautiful breed of dog with an energetic nature and an affectionate temperament. The Schiller Hound was originally bred for hunting small game and hunts alone, without a pack.
- A good companion
- A very clean dog
- Doesn't need to be trimmed or stripped
- A very good natural hunter
- Not suited to an apartment lifestyle
- Best with at least a large back yard
- Requires regular daily exercise
- Best with regular brushing