🐕 Medium · Austria (Tyrol)
A hardy Austrian mountain scenthound with long drop ears, a keen nose, and an enduring, vocal hunting temperament, bred for blood-trailing work in Tyrol's steep alpine terrain.
The Tyrolean Hound is friendly, good-natured, and people-oriented, but tireless, independent, and loudly vocal once on the hunt. It is generally open and not especially shy with strangers.
As a versatile hunting dog with a keen nose, it needs long, demanding daily exercise and tracking work, otherwise it will find its own occupation by roaming. Off-leash freedom is limited by its pronounced hunting drive.
The short, dense coat is easy to care for and needs only occasional brushing. The long drop ears should be checked regularly to prevent infections.
The breed's strong hunting drive and tendency to bay loudly call for experienced hunting-dog owners with adequate space, making it barely suitable for beginners.
The breed is considered robust and healthy, with few known breed-specific disorders. Because of its drop ears, it should be monitored regularly for ear infections.
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This information is for general guidance and does not replace veterinary or breeder advice. Temperament and health vary individually within every breed.
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