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Styrian Coarse-haired Hound
A dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Origin
Styrie
Coat
Red or pale yellow
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Styrian Coarse-haired Hound is a dog breed originating from Styria, a region on the border of Austria and Slovenia. The breed is considered to originate from Austria by the International Cynological Federation. It is a medium-sized scenthound of solid construction, used in difficult terrain as a blood tracking dog.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on care and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity daily for balance.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Styrian Coarse-haired Hound
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Styrian Coarse-haired Hound
Origins & history
A story told
In 1870, industrialist Carl Peitinger began the selection of the Styrian Hound by crossing Hela I, a bitch of red Hanover Hound, with a coarse-haired Istrian Scenthound.
Character
Daily temperament
The FCI standard describes the breed as passionate about hunting and self-assured. It is a confident dog, willing to work and very devoted to its master.
Physical
Breed standard
The Styrian Coarse-haired Hound is a medium-sized scenthound with solid musculature. The tail of medium length is strong at the root and carried upward slightly saber-shaped. The underside is in brush, but without plumage. The slightly arched skull is endowed with a well-developed occipital bone and a marked stop. The not-too-large ears fall flat against the cheeks and are covered with fine hair. The eyes are brown. The coat is hard and rough. It is shorter on the head and forms a moustache. The colors of the coat are red and pale yellow. A white star on the chest is admitted.
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What human age for a styrian coarse-haired hound ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a styrian coarse-haired hound ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Styrian Coarse-haired Hound
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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