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Black and Tan Brachet
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
Black and tan, eyes four-eyed
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Black and Tan Hound or Black and Tan Austrian Hound is a dog breed originating from Austria. It is a medium-sized scent hound, of solid construction and elongated appearance with a black and tan coat. It is used as a hunting dog and blood search dog, notably in the mountains.
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 (11–66 lbs) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity daily for balance.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Black and Tan Brachet
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Black and Tan Brachet
Origins & history
A story told
The Black and Tan Hound is considered by the breed's promoters to be a descendant of the Celtic Hound. The origins of the breed are only certain from the middle of the 19th century.
Character
Daily temperament
The FCI standard describes the Black and Tan Hound as of pleasant character. It is an attentive dog, which feels the emotional state of its master in particular, lively, reserved without being timid.
Physical
Breed standard
The Black and Tan Hound is a medium-sized scent hound, of solid and elongated construction. The long tail gradually tapers. It is carried slightly curved in action and hanging at rest. The underside forms a rough-hair bump not too hard. The wide skull shows a weakly marked occipital region. The eyes are dark brown in color, without visible conjunctiva at the angle of the eye. Of medium length, the medium-width ears are attached high and round toward the tip. Of approximately two centimeters in length, the coat is smooth, well laid, dense, tight, with a silky sheen. The color is black with clearly defined tan markings of light to dark fawn color. Two tan markings frame the eyes.
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Black and Tan Brachet of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of black and tan brachet (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a black and tan brachet ?
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 black and tan brachet ?
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.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Black and Tan Brachet
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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