# Tyrolean Hound

Also known as: Tiroler Bracke, Tyroler Bracke, Tyrolean Bracke
- **Group:** Scent Hound (FCI group 6)
- **Size:** Medium
- **Origin:** Austria
- **Height:** 42–61 cm
- **Weight:** 16–27 kg
- **Life expectancy:** 12–14 years
- **Temperament:** Independent, Active, Affectionate, Intelligent, Free-spirited
- **FCI standard:** No. 68

An Austrian scenthound bred to hunt in snowy mountains and woods, prized for its nose and endurance. Independent and energetic, it is a hunter's dog best suited to space and work.

## Overview

The Tyrolean Hound is a medium-sized Austrian scenthound developed from Bracke and Celtic hounds. It has a compact, rectangular body, a thick double coat and a deep, strong voice.

It was made for hunting hare and fox and tracking wounded game across mountainous and wooded country, and remains mainly a hunter's dog.

## History

The breed was developed in the Tyrol region in the 1800s from Bracke and Celtic hounds, as a dog suited to hunting in snow. Emperor Maximilian I is said to have used such hounds for hare and fox.

Systematic breeding began around 1860, the first standard was published in 1896, and the breed was recognised in 1908. The United Kennel Club recognised it in 2006.

## Appearance

A compact, muscular dog with a broad head, flat, high-set ears with rounded tips and large dark eyes. Males stand roughly 47 to 61 cm and females 42 to 48 cm.

The thick double coat is red or black and tan, often with white markings, and the tail is carried in a sabre curve.

## Temperament

Highly active, affectionate and free-spirited, it is also intelligent and independent. It can be stubborn but is easily trained with patience. It can work alone and follow a scent over long distances with great persistence.

## Care and exercise

This hound needs lots of exercise and room to roam, ideally a large yard or access to open country. It is happiest with a job to do.

The dense coat needs only weekly brushing, and the ears should be checked regularly.

## Health

Generally healthy and robust. Hip dysplasia and ear infections can occur. A German study found relatively high inbreeding and a small effective population, so breeders should choose matings carefully.

## Ratings (1 to 5)

- Energy: 4
- Exercise needs: 4
- Grooming: 2
- Shedding: 3
- Trainability: 3
- Barking: 4
- Good with children: 3
- Good with other dogs: 4

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Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyrolean_Hound · https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q39084
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