Hamiltonstövare

Hamilton Hound
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Summary

  • The Hamiltonstövare is a Swedish scent hound known for its tricolor coat, friendly temperament, and high energy levels, requiring significant daily exercise. Bred for hunting hare and fox, they are loyal companions but require consistent training due to their independent nature.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in Sweden in the 19th century by Count Adolf Hamilton, primarily for hunting hare and fox.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female19.5-22.5 inches (49-57 cm)44-53 pounds (20-24 kg)
Male20.5-23.5 inches (53-60 cm)51-60 pounds (23-27 kg)

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Tricolor; black mantle, tan legs, and white markings on face, chest, feet, and tail tip
Type
  • Double coat
Length
  • Short

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate
Grooming
  • Weekly
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Fairly long and lean
Skull
  • Slightly arched
Ears
  • Set rather high, hanging close to the head
Eyes
  • Brown, not protruding
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Long and well-developed
Teeth
  • Scissor bite
Neck
  • Long and powerful
Forequarters
  • Strong and muscular
Fore Legs
  • Straight and sturdy
Hindquarters
  • Well-angulated
Hind Legs
  • Strong and muscular
Feet
  • Oval, with well-arched toes
Tail
  • Long, carried straight or slightly curved upwards
Gait
  • Even and long-reaching

Temperament

  • Friendly, calm, and even-tempered, but can be lively outdoors. Not naturally aggressive.

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Very Affectionate
Good with Children
  • Good
Good with Dogs
  • Good
Good with Cats
  • Generally Good
Openness to Strangers
  • Open
Playfulness Level
  • Moderate
Protective Nature
  • Low
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Scent Hound
  • Hunting Dog

Exercise Needs

  • High; requires daily vigorous exercise

Health

  • Generally healthy breed but may be prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, and bloat.

Additional Notes

  • Requires consistent training due to independent nature. Can be prone to excessive barking if not properly stimulated.

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