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Posavac Hound
| Other Names | Posavaz Hound, Posavatz Hound, Posavski Gonic, Kras Posavac Basin Hound, Posavina Hound |
| Country of Origin | Croatia |
| Weight | 35 - 45 lbs. (16 - 20 kg) |
| Height (at withers) | 17 - 23 in. (43 - 59 cm) |
| Coat | The short, flat coat is slightly longer on the belly and backs of legs (feathering). |
| Colour | Coat colour is a reddish wheaten, marked with white. |
| Litter Size | 6 - 8 puppies |
| Life Span | 10 - 14 years |
| Origin & History | There is no actual proof of great antiquity for this breed, although there is much fanciful conjecture. The type is very old, and the modern breed resembles images seen in frescoes as early as 1497. Writers cited as having mentioned the type include Bishop of Đakovo Petar Bakić in 1719 and the veterinarian Franjo Bertić, also of Đakovo, in 1859. Hounds from the Sava Valley (Posavina, south-east of Zagreb) were sold as boskini in Croatia in the 1800s. The ancestry of the dogs was documented starting in 1929, when registrations for the stud book were first taken. The breed was internationally recognised by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale in 1955, and the name was clarified in 1969. The breed has been known since then as the Posavac Hound. The breed is recognised in North America by the United Kennel Club in the Scenthound Group, and by a number of minor registries, hunting clubs, and internet-based dog registry businesses, and is promoted as a rare breed for those seeking a unique pet. |
| Personality | The Posavac Hound is a self-assured, small-game hunting dog with a fine sense of smell. Good with children, he is affectionate with his family. Obedient, lively and a good watchdog. Daily exercise is very important. If these dogs do not receive enough exercise they can become high strung. The objective in training this dog is to achieve pack leader status. It is a natural instinct for a dog to have an order in its pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their pack. The entire pack cooperates under a single leader. Lines are clearly defined. You and all other humans MUST be higher up in the order than the dog. |
Care Requirements
| Health | There are no known breed-specific health concerns. |
| Grooming | The smooth coat is very easy to groom. Just brush regularly with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. A rub with a piece of toweling or chamois will leave the coat gleaming. Check the feet also, especially after the dog has been exercising or working. Dry the dog thoroughly after hunting to prevent chilling. Examine the ears regularly. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Exercise | This is a high energy, very active dog. Exercise is paramount. If they are not hunting, they need to be taken for daily jogs or a couple of long daily pack walks. |
| Other Considerations | The Posavac Hound is not recommended for apartment life unless you plan on taking the dog out on daily jogs or bike rides. These dogs are bred for work, but still make wonderful companion dogs provided you give them ample exercise. |
