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Houndmedium🌍 Balkansscent hound used for driving game and tracking
Balkan Hound
Even-tempered, determined, sociable, resilient
Popularity
549
Smooth-coated scenthound of the Balkans; steady trailer with a clear voice.
Lifespan
12–14 years
Coat
short, thick, abundant and shiny
Colors
red, fawn, tan often with black saddle
Male height
18–22 in
Female height
17–21 in
Male weight
35–45 lb
Female weight
30–40 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
3
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
2
Prey drive
5
Barking
4
Household fit
Kid friendly
3
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
2
Good with strangers
4
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
2
Drooling
1
Coat length
2
Exercise needs
5
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
3
