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Swiss Hound dog breed - photos and description
Photos of the breed
Main characteristics of the breed
| Care: | Need regular care |
| Size: | Medium |
| Molt: | Shed moderately |
| Need for activity: | Need a lot of physical activity |
| Domination: | Highestlevel |
| Tolerance of loneliness: | They really need people |
| Type of wool: | Shorthaired |
| Temperament: | Sanguine |
| Friendly to strangers: | Love everyone |
| Intellect: | Working intelligence |
| Learnability: | A bit difficult to learn |
| Specialization: | Hunting, Companions |
| Tendency to bark: | Bark only for warning, not for long |
Swiss hounds are a breed of dog that was bred in Switzerland to hunt hares and foxes. These dogs have a strong build, short legs and tail. Their coat can be either smooth or rough, and the color is usually white or red. Swiss hounds have an excellent sense of smell and hearing, which allows them to quickly find prey. They are also very energetic and active and love to run and play. In general, they are very friendly and intelligent dogs that make excellent companions for their owners.