Serbian Hound

The Serbian Hound is a resilient, strong, friendly scenthound, making them the ideal companion for a hunting family. They are gentle in nature and good with other dogs and with their human families, provided they've had a good amount of training. They are highly intelligent and tenacious and can be strong-willed at times, but they will provide you with lifelong companionship. They are wary of strangers and will sound their very loud bark to let you know of impending guests.

The Serbian Hound coat is dense, hard, and shiny, with a thick undercoat. Their coats are usually tan or red in color, with black "saddle" markings. These dogs need frequent brushing to reduce shedding and only need to be bathed a few times per year.

The best lifestyle for a Serbian Hound is one that involves hunting daily with their owners. They need to be outdoors exercising and using their highly intelligent minds as much as possible. They will stay fit and happy with an owner who can keep them active. They are mostly found in rural areas, so staying pent up inside is not a good fit for these highly active dogs.

The Serbian Hound is a hunting dog, so they naturally are prone to retrieving, digging, chasing, and herding. They need lots of daily activity to quench these instincts. Daily walks aren't enough for these lively dogs; the Serbian Hound needs to be working and playing frequently to avoid boredom and destructive behaviors.