Polish Hound
Polský ogar
Key facts
| FCI group | 6. Scent hounds and related breeds |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Poland |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 55–65 cm |
Recognition features
- Dark saddle (black to dark grey) with tan markings
- Medium-sized, muscular, rather heavy build for endurance rather than speed
- Loud giving of tongue on the chase, lower-pitched in males, higher in females
Purpose
Scent hound, today used mainly for wild boar and fox; also a good family dog.
History
The Ogar is an old-established Polish breed; the earliest reports of hunting with dogs in Poland appear in 11th-century chronicles, and 14th-century sources say ogar hounds were bred for the royal hunt. Today it is used only on wild boar and fox, as hare hunting with dogs is prohibited in Poland except in mountain areas.
Coat
Short, smooth coat on head, muzzle, ears and limbs, medium-length, thick and hard elsewhere; dark saddle with tan.
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