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Halden Hound
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Origin
Norvège
Coat
Blanc marqué de noir, plages feu ombrées sur la tête, aux membres et parfois entre le blanc et le no
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Halden Hound or more simply Halden is a dog breed originating from Norway. It is a medium-sized hunting dog with a solid appearance without being heavy, with a white and black coat shaded with fawn. It is a hunting dog used as a scent hound.
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 hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of daily activity for balance.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Halden Hound
Origins & history
A story told
Selection of the breed was initiated by Hans Larsen Bisseberg, a farmer from Østfold county, in 1860. Harriers, foxhounds and beagles were probably used to create the breed. Several names were given to the breed: Bisseberghund in honor of the breed's creator, Ankerstøver and finally Haldenstøver, which appeared in 1938. The breed is rare, even in Norway where the Norwegian Hound and the Hygen Hound are more well-known.
Physical
Breed standard
The Halden Hound is a medium-sized hunting dog, fitting into a rectangle, with a strong but not heavy build. Carried rather low, the rather thick tail reaches approximately to the hock. The head is dry, medium-sized, well-balanced. The eyes are dark brown and medium-sized. The ears are folded forward and reach the middle of the muzzle. The coat is rough, very tight and straight, with a thick undercoat. The coat is white marked with black with fawn patches shaded on the head, legs and sometimes at the border between white and black.
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What human age for a halden 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 halden 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.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Halden Hound
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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