Tyrolean Hound
提洛爾獵犬
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At a glance
The Tiroler Bracke or Tyrolean Hound is described by the FCI standard as the ideal working dog for the hunter in wood and mountains, used on its own on hare and fox while giving tongue and for tracking all kinds of wounded game. It is of medium size and medium bone, strong, muscular and sinewy, with a long rectangular outline and a thick double coat; the standard calls it robust and healthy. Height at the withers is 42–50 cm overall — 44–50 cm for dogs and 42–48 cm for bitches.
Facts
| Size | Medium |
|---|---|
| Height | 42–50cm |
| Breed group | FCI: 6 |
| Role | Hound |
| Coat | Double coat |
Health
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Behaviour
Steady, passionate hunter that works independently
The FCI standard's Behaviour / Temperament section reads in full: "Steady, passionate hunting hound with fine scenting ability. Works independently and hunts with endurance, whereby giving tongue clearly and following scent firmly with a good sense of direction."
Official guidance
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FCI nomenclature — Tyrolean Hound (standard no. 68, group 6)
FCI nomenclature entry for the Tyrolean Hound (Tiroler Bracke), with the official breed standard in English, French, German and Spanish.
Read the sourceAccessed 2026-09-09
Sources
- [1]Tyrolean Hound — FCI nomenclature entry (standard no. 68, group 6) — Fédération Cynologique Internationale (Accessed 2026-09-09)
- [2]FCI-Standard N° 68 — Tyrolean Hound, 10.10.1995 (English) — Fédération Cynologique Internationale (Accessed 2026-09-09)
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