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Tyrolean Hound
- Animal
- Dog
- Origin
- Austria
- Height
- 42 cm
The Tyrolean Hound is an Austrian scent hound from Tyrol, also called the Tiroler Bracke or Tyroler Bracke. It descended from Celtic hounds in the late 1800s and was developed mainly for hunting. Its recorded height is 42, and its listed lifespan is about 12–14 years.
What the Tyrolean Hound is
The Tyrolean Hound is a dog breed from Tyrol in Austria. It is also known as the Tiroler Bracke or Tyroler Bracke.
This scent hound was developed mainly for hunting. Hunters used its scent work to pursue prey, including wounded animals, across long distances and rough terrain.
Origin and background
The breed descended from Celtic hounds in the late 1800s. Its origins are recorded as Austria; readers can browse other dog breeds from Austria for context.
What stands out
The Tyrolean Hound is described as hardworking, passionate and independent. Its reputation rests more on intelligence and hunting ability than on size.
It can cover long distances over hot, cold or otherwise rough ground while following prey.
Points to consider
The background notes that hunters must account for possible injuries. Hip dysplasia and ear infections are also mentioned among injuries these dogs may get during life.
The breed is described as independent and strongly oriented toward hunting, so its working purpose is an important part of deciding whether it fits.
Size and lifespan
The recorded height is 42. The listed lifespan is about 12–14 years, barring injuries.
Who may want another breed
Someone seeking a dog without a hunting background may want to compare other dog breeds instead. The Tyrolean Hound’s history centers on scent work and pursuing prey over distance.
A working hound from Austria
Choose this breed if its Austrian scent-hound history, intelligence and long-distance hunting role match what you want from a dog. Consider another breed if those traits do not suit your plans.
What stands out
- Bred for scent-based hunting
- Known for intelligence
- Can work across long distances
- Originates in Tyrol, Austria
Worth knowing
- Independent nature may not suit every owner
- Hunting background may not fit nonworking homes
- Injuries are noted as a concern
- Hip dysplasia and ear infections are mentioned
Suits
- Owners interested in an Austrian scent hound
- People seeking a dog with a hunting heritage
- Handlers who value long-distance tracking ability
Think twice if
- You want a breed without a strong hunting purpose
- An independent working-dog background does not fit your plans
In short
The Tyrolean Hound is defined by its roots in Tyrol and its work as a scent hound. Its background points to a dog built for tracking prey over demanding ground, with an independent and intelligent character. The listed height is 42, and the expected lifespan is about 12 to 14 years when injuries are not involved. A prospective owner should weigh that hunting purpose and the noted injury concerns before choosing this Austrian breed.
Questions
Where does the Tyrolean Hound come from?
It originated in Tyrol, Austria.
What other names does this breed have?
It is also called the Tiroler Bracke or Tyroler Bracke.
What was the Tyrolean Hound bred to do?
It was developed mainly for hunting as a scent hound, including tracking wounded prey.
How tall is a Tyrolean Hound?
Its recorded height is 42.
How long does a Tyrolean Hound live?
Its listed lifespan is about 12–14 years, barring injuries.
What is the breed known for?
The background describes it as hardworking, passionate, independent and intelligent, with the ability to cover long distances over rough ground.
More dog breeds from Austria
Photo credits5 photographs on this page
- Tyrolean Hound — Ingrid F · CC BY-SA 2.0 de · file page
- Alpine Dachsbracke — Pleple2000 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Austrian Black and Tan Hound — Steffen Heinz · CC BY-SA 2.5 · file page
- Austrian Pinscher — Przykuta · CC BY-SA 2.5 · file page
- Styrian Coarse-haired Hound — Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
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