| Schillerstövare Schiller Hound | |||||||||
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 Schillerstövare | |||||||||
| Other names | Schiller Bracke | ||||||||
| Origin | Sweden | ||||||||
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| Dog (domestic dog) | |||||||||
TheSchillerstövare, translated as theSchiller Hound in English, is abreed ofdog of thescenthoundtype, originating as a hunting dog inSweden in the late 19th century.
The Schillerstövare is a medium to large sized running hound for huntingfox and hare, standing 53–61 cm (21-24 ins) at thewithers and weighing 18–25 kg (40-55 lbs). Thecoat is harsh and not too short, lying close to the body. The colour is black and tan, a tan body with a black mantle on the back. The drop ears are broad and not excessively long, and the long tail is carried on a line with the back when running.Faults in the breed (which indicate the dog should not be bred) include items of structure that would impede running, such as obtuse angle between shoulder blade and upper arm and restricted hind movement, along with dish faced and aloofness.[1][citation needed]
The Schillerstövare originated in southern Germany as a mix of Swiss hounds and theHarrier, and is named after a Swedish farmer, Per Schiller (1858–1892), who exhibited the breed at the first Swedishdog show in 1886.[1] The Swedish Kennel Club recognised the breed in 1907. It is recognised internationally by theFédération Cynologique Internationale as breed number 131. The breed is still used as a hunting dog, and was recognised by the United Kennel Club in the United States in 2006.[2] The breed is also recognized by a number of minor registries, hunting clubs, and Internet-based dog registries.
No unusual diseases or claims of extraordinary health have been documented for this breed. Thebreed standard describes the ideal temperament as lively and attentive.[3]
