Comparison: German Hound and Westphalian Dachsbracke

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

German Hound
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Westphalian Dachsbracke
Photo: Stute.s, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
German HoundWestphalian Dachsbracke
FCI group6. Scent hounds and related breeds6. Scent hounds and related breeds
Country of originGermanyGermany
CategoryMediumSmall
Height at withers40–53 cm30–38 cm
Recognition features
  • Red to yellow with black saddle or blanket and white "Bracken" markings (blaze, white muzzle with neck ring, chest, legs and tail tip)
  • Very dense, hard, almost bristly coat
  • Noble, comparatively fine head and a well-carried, remarkably thick tail
  • 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
CoatLong for a short-haired dog, very dense, hard, almost bristly coat; red to yellow with black saddle and white markings.Very dense and coarse coat, short on head and legs; red to yellow with black saddle or mantle and white markings.

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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.