Dog
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Hound Yugoslavian Mountain Hound Champions
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Pronunciation:
yoo-goh-slah-vee-uhn moun-tn hound
Breed Description:
The Yugoslavian Mountain Hound breed of dog is a medium sized dog that should be muscular and athletic in appearance. They should have a sturdy build and a compact body and they should have a level top line. There should be a slight tuck up of the stomach. The head should be relatively long with a slight dome and the ears should be medium in length and should hang down the side of the head. The tail should be medium in length and should taper to a point.
The coat of the Yugoslavian Mountain Hound should be short and smooth. It should cover the dog completely and be close to the skin, however, it should be rough in texture. The coat color should be black with or without tan markings, however, a white spot is allowed, although in moderation.
Temperament:
The Yugoslavian Mountain Hound breed of dog is an active and intelligent breed that is known for being loyal and very affectionate. In fact, this breed thrives when it can interact with people and is usually very loyal to their family. They are generally calm indoors but when they get outside, they will go. The breed is usually very good with children and generally get along well with other dogs and pets, however, they are naturally suspicious of strangers and really need to be properly socialized. This breed can be easy to train, however, any harsh corrections will cause them to become shy and timid and will make training difficult.
Height:
The average height for the Yugoslavian Mountain Hound is between 18 to 22 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for the Yugoslavian Mountain Hound is between 45 to 55 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Yugoslavian Mountain Hound breed of dog is considered to be a very hardy breed and has no known health problems at this time.
Living Conditions:
The Yugoslavian Mountain Hound breed of dog is not recommended for apartments. This is an active breed that needs plenty of room to play so the ideal living condition is a home with a large yard. It is important for this breed to have a fenced yard since they will follow anything that smells interesting to them.
Exercise:
The Yugoslavian Mountain Hound breed of dog is an active breed and they really do need a lot of exercise. Expect to give them about 60 minutes of exercise each day or about three very long walks. They make excellent jogging companions. They should only be exercised on leash when they are outside a secure area since they will follow any interesting scent.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 12 years
Grooming:
The Yugoslavian Mountain Hound breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Yugoslavian Mountain Hound breed of dog, also known as the Montenegrin Mountain Hound, was developed in Yugoslavia and is believed to have been developed by Balkan Hounds that were brought to the area by Phoenician traders. While it is unclear what breeds went into the development of the hound, it is believed that the Yugoslavian Mountain Hound was developed by crossing the Balkan Hound, Slavic hounds and several scenthounds breeds from Europe. While we are unsure when the breed was developed, we do know they are an old breed, however, the first breed standard was not created until 1924. The breed was primarily used as hunters and the breed excelled as a versatile hunting dog that could hunt in any terrain. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
