Old Danish Pointing Dog
Dánský ohař krátkosrstý
Key facts
| FCI group | 7. Pointing dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Denmark |
| Category | Medium |
| Height at withers | 50–60 cm |
| Weight | 26–35 kg |
Recognition features
- Deep flews and loose skin on head and neck forming a characteristic dewlap
- White coat with brown patches or small brown freckles
- Rectangular, strongly built dog with a natural, drooping tail
Purpose
A versatile gundog for birds, suited to small as well as large hunting grounds.
History
The breed can be traced to about 1710 and Morten Bak of Glenstrup, who over eight generations crossed travellers' dogs with local farm dogs and established a pure breed of piebald white-and-brown dogs called Bakhounds or Old Danish Pointing Dogs. The standard adds that St. Hubert Hounds (Bloodhounds) probably contributed to the breed in many ways.
Coat
Short, dense coat somewhat hard to the touch, covering the body entirely. White with brown markings: a few large or many small brown specks (freckles); the brown may vary but brown to dark brown is preferred.
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