{"data":{"slug":"istrian-coarse-haired-hound","name":"Istrian Coarse-haired Hound","url":"https://techtools.cz/tools/dog-atlas/istrian-coarse-haired-hound","api_url":"https://techtools.cz/dog-atlas-api/v1/breeds/istrian-coarse-haired-hound","also_known_as":["Istrian Wire-haired Hound","Istarski Ostrodlaki Gonic","Istrian Rough-haired Hound","Istrski Ostrodlaki Gonic"],"kind":"breed","extinct":false,"group":{"key":"scenthound","label":"Scent Hound","fci_group":6,"fci_group_name":"Scent Hounds and Related Breeds"},"size":"Medium","origin":"Croatia","countries":["Croatia"],"height_cm":{"min":43.0,"max":60.0},"weight_kg":{"min":12.0,"max":27.0},"life_expectancy_years":{"min":12,"max":14},"temperament":["Willful","Hardy","Independent","Keen hunter","Loyal"],"exercise_level":"High","wikipedia_views_60d":864,"summary":"The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is a rugged Croatian scenthound with a weatherproof wiry coat. It is still kept mostly as a hunting dog and can be willful and challenging to train.","photo":{"url":"https://techtools.cz/tools/dog-atlas/photos/istrian-coarse-haired-hound-777d01eba3-1280.webp","small_url":"https://techtools.cz/tools/dog-atlas/photos/istrian-coarse-haired-hound-777d01eba3-640.webp","width":700,"height":417,"author":"Unknown author","license":"CC BY-SA 3.0","license_url":"http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/","source_url":"https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Istrian_hound2.jpg"},"updated_at":"2026-10-15T14:47:09Z","ratings":{"energy":4,"exercise":4,"grooming":2,"shedding":3,"trainability":2,"barking":4,"kids":3,"other_dogs":3},"coat":"Wiry, weather-resistant topcoat with woolly undercoat","colors":["White with yellow markings","White with orange markings"],"fun_fact":"The breed was shown at a conformation show in Vienna in 1866, and its country of origin was disputed between Croatia and Slovenia until 2003.","sections":{"overview":"The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is a rough-coated scenthound from Croatia that remains mainly a working hunting dog rather than a household pet. Because performance matters more than looks, individuals vary quite a lot in size.\n\nIt is hardy and determined in the field, with a wiry coat built for rough country and bad weather.","history":"Despite the name, the breed took shape across a wider area that includes Istria, the Croatian Littoral, Dalmatia, Gorski Kotar and Lika. It appeared at a dog show in Vienna as early as 1866.\n\nIts origin was disputed from the 1960s, with both Croatia and Slovenia laying claim. In 2003 the FCI recognised Croatia as the country of origin.","appearance":"Size varies with working lines, from about 43 to 60 cm at the withers and roughly 12 to 27 kg. The coat is wiry and weather resistant, with a topcoat of about 5 to 8 cm over a woolly undercoat.\n\nThe colour is white with yellow or orange markings, usually on the ears. The ears are broad and hang flat, and the long tail curves upward and inward.","personality":"Bred for hunting rather than companionship, this hound is independent and willful, which makes it harder to train than many breeds. It is keen, brave and persistent on a trail.\n\nWith its family it can be loyal, but it suits experienced owners who understand scenthounds.","care":"It needs plenty of exercise and the chance to use its nose. Consistent, patient training and early socialisation help manage its stubborn streak.\n\nThe wiry coat benefits from regular brushing and occasional hand stripping. Keep it securely fenced, as it may follow a scent and wander."},"recognition":{"fci_number":152,"fci_standard_url":"https://www.fci.be/en/nomenclature/152.html","akc_url":null},"sources":{"wikipedia":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Istrian_Coarse-haired_Hound","wikidata":"https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q38211","wikipedia_revision":1255947883},"profile":{"written_by":"AI model (Claude Sonnet) from the sources above","written_at":"2026-10-15T13:59:38Z"}}}