Finnish Hound
Finský honič
Key facts
| FCI group | 6. Scent hounds and related breeds |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Finland |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 52–61 cm |
Recognition features
- Tricolour: black mantle with rich tan on head, legs and flanks
- White markings on head, neck, chest, legs and tail tip
- Medium-sized, strongly built but not heavy; longer than tall
Purpose
Scent hound for hunting hare and fox; works independently, a versatile tracker pursuing the quarry with resonant barking.
History
In early 19th-century Finland, besides native country dogs there were many dogs resembling the European hounds. After the Finnish Kennel Club was founded in 1889, development of the breed began, with the first standard written in 1932. Regional breeding associations and early 20th-century crossbreeding were important.
Coat
Short, dense, soft undercoat; medium-length, close-lying, dense and rather harsh outer coat; tricolour.
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