Styrian Coarse-haired Hound
Peintinger Bracke, Steirische Rauhhaarbracke, Steirische Rauhhaarige Hochgebirgsbracke, Styrian Rough-haired Mountain Hound
The Styrian Coarse-haired Hound is one of three scenthounds from Austria known as the Grand Brackes or 'large hounds'. The other two are the Austrian Black and Tan Hound and the Tyrolean Hound. It excels at hunting in the mountains against a wide variety of prey that includes hare, fox and even boar.
Styrian Coarse-haired Hound Standards
- 17-23"
- 33-40 lbs
- medium-sized scenthound
- long, hanging ears
- medium length tail is carried upwards, sickle shaped
- rough, harsh coat
- fawn, may have white mark on chest
- red, may have white mark on chest
History of the Styrian Coarse Haired Hound
The origin of the Styrian Coarse-haired Hound is intertwined with the other Grand Brackes, the Tyrolean Hound and the Austrian Black and Tan Hound. However, unlike the other Grand Brackes, the basis for the Styrian Coarse-haired Hound is documented. It was developed by Herr Peintinger, who began by crossing the Hanoverian Hound and Istrian Wire-haired Hound. His breeding program lasted over 20 years, and during that time native Austrian dogs were added to the bloodline, likely including the Austrian Black and Tan, Tyrolean, or their ancestors. Originally known as the Peintinger Bracke, the Styrian Coarse-haired Hound was recognized as its own breed under its current name in 1889.
Today the Styrian Coarse-haired Hound remains rare outside its homeland. There it is still kept primarily for hunting and not often as solely a household pet.
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