Comparison: Drever and Westphalian Dachsbracke

Drever and Westphalian Dachsbracke are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Drever
Photo: Per Killingmo. Norway (dog owner), CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Westphalian Dachsbracke
Photo: Stute.s, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
DreverWestphalian Dachsbracke
FCI group6. Scent hounds and related breeds6. Scent hounds and related breeds
Country of originSwedenGermany
CategorySmallSmall
Height at withers30–38 cm30–38 cm
Recognition features
  • Long body on short legs, robust rather than elegant
  • All colours with white markings allowed (not predominantly white, merle or liver)
  • Ideal height 35 cm males, 33 cm females
  • Moderately long, sturdy dog, 30–38 cm
  • Very dense, coarse coat; red to yellow with black saddle or mantle
  • White "Bracken" markings: blaze, white muzzle, collar, chest, legs and tail tip
CoatHarsh, straight, close-lying coat; all colours with white markings.Very dense and coarse coat, short on head and legs; red to yellow with black saddle or mantle and white markings.
PurposeShort-legged Swedish hound, first choice for roe and other deer, also a reliable hunter of hare and fox.–

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.