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Westphalian Dachsbracke
- Animal
- Dog
- Origin
- Germany
- Height
- 30 cm
The Westphalian Dachsbracke is a compact scent hound with short legs, originating in Westphalia, a German region. Its recorded height is 30. In Sweden, the breed contributed to development of the Drever. The available facts identify its German origin and scent-hound role, but do not give a weight or life expectancy.
What it is
The Westphalian Dachsbracke is a compact scent hound with short legs, originating in Westphalia, Germany.
In Sweden, it was used in developing the Drever.
Where it began
Its stated origin is Germany, specifically the Westphalia region.
The breed record describes its background through scent-hound work and its role in Drever development.
What stands out
This is a distinctly small dog with short legs and a scenthound identity.
Its history connects German origins with later use in Sweden to develop the Drever.
What is not recorded here
The available facts give a height of 30 but no weight or life-expectancy figure.
Price
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Who may want another breed
Readers who need weight or lifespan figures should compare entries in dog breeds instead.
Our take
This breed suits readers looking for a German scenthound with a documented link to the Drever’s development.
Those needing a fuller set of measurements will need to consult another breed profile.
What stands out
- Origin is Westphalia, Germany.
- It is identified as a scenthound.
- Its history includes use in developing the Drever.
- The breed is described as small and short-legged.
Worth knowing
- The available facts do not state a weight.
- The available facts do not state a life expectancy.
Suits
- Readers seeking a German scenthound profile
- People interested in the Drever's breed history
Think twice if
- You need recorded weight and lifespan figures before comparing breeds.
- You are looking for a breed profile with a different stated working role.
In short
The Westphalian Dachsbracke offers a clear identity: a compact, short-legged scent hound rooted in Westphalia. Its history also reaches Sweden through the Drever’s development. Choose this breed profile if German origins and scent-hound heritage are the points you need. If complete size and lifespan details are essential, compare it with other dog breeds from Germany before deciding.
Questions
Where does the Westphalian Dachsbracke come from?
It comes from Westphalia, a region of Germany.
What type of dog is the Westphalian Dachsbracke?
It is a small, short-legged scenthound.
How tall is the Westphalian Dachsbracke?
Its recorded height is 30.
What was the breed used for?
The facts identify it as a scenthound and note that it was used in Sweden to develop the Drever.
Is the Westphalian Dachsbracke connected to the Drever?
Yes. It was used in Sweden during the Drever’s development.
What country is associated with this breed?
Germany, specifically the Westphalia region.
More dog breeds from Germany
Photo credits9 photographs on this page
- Westphalian Dachsbracke — Stute.s · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Affenpinscher — Ingunn Axelsen · CC BY 3.0 · file page
- dachshund — Ellen Levy Finch · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Deutsche Bracke — Rumo · CC BY-SA 2.0 · file page
- Dobermann — Fran Hogan · CC BY 2.5 · file page
- Eurasier — Ekta · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- German Longhaired Pointer — Ottilie Stüwe · Public domain · file page
- German Pinscher — Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- German Shepherd — Erick Drumss Hernández · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
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