The Styrian coarse-haired Hound is a breed of dog that was developed in Austria. Rarely seen outside is homeland, this breed is kept almost exclusively for hunting. In Austria the Styrian coarse-haired Hound is known as the Steirische Rauhhaabracke.

Styrian coarse-haired Hounds are medium sized scenthounds that stand between 17-23 inches and weigh in between 33-40 pounds. . They have a harsh, rough, wiry (but not shaggy) coat that is any shade between red and fawn and may or may not have a white mark on the chest. Their fur is longer around the muzzle giving them a moustache. Styrian coarse-haired Hounds have medium-length ears and tail, which is cared upwards in a slight sickle shape.

There are three hounds from Austria that are known as Grand Brackes, the Styrian coarse-haired Hound, Austrian Black and Tan, and the Tyrolean Hound. These breeds were developed for hunting hare and fox in high altitudes and rough terrain and are believed to be decedents of the Celtic Hounds of old. The Styrian coarse-haired Hound was developed in 1870 by Carl Peintinger in Styria. Its name derives from the place of origin, although it is sometimes referred to as the Peintingen Bracke, after its creator. The original cross was a Hanoverian Scent Hound and Istrian Hound. These pups became the bases for the breeding stock of the Styrian coarse-haired Hound and the breed became recognized after less than twenty years of breeding in 1889.

The Styrian coarse-haired Hound is rarely kept as a companion, they are a rare breed and the remaining stock rests almost exclusively in the hands of Austrian hunters. Their main quarry, as with the other Grand Brackes, is hare and fox, although they have also been known to be used for hunting boar. The breed is also often used for tracking animals that are wounded and is ideally suited for use in rough, mountainous terrain and high altitudes. They are determined and passionate hunters, while their rough coats make them resistant to harsher weather. Most get along well with children and other dogs, however non-canine pets can pose a problem due to their strong hunting instincts. The Styrian coarse-haired Hound is fairly easy to train.

In general the Styrian coarse-haired Hound is a healthy breed. They suffer from no known genetic diseases; life expectancy is around 12 years.

The Styrian coarse-haired Hound is a true hunter, and not suited for apartment life. They require daily exercise and without a working task can easily become destructive.

The coat of the Styrian coarse-haired Hound requires little grooming, just a regular quick brushing.