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Finnish Hound
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Origin
Finlande
Coat
Tricolor
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Finnish Hound or Finnish Hunting Dog is a dog breed originating from Finland. It is a medium-sized hunting dog with a strong appearance and tricolored coat. It is a hunting dog employed as a 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 care and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity per day for its balance.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Finnish Hound
Origins & history
A story told
The Finnish Hound has been known since the 18th century. The development of the Finnish Hound began after the creation of the Finnish Kennel Club in 1889. The first standard was written in 1932. This breed is fairly well known and appreciated in Finland, but remains unknown outside its country of origin.
Character
Daily temperament
The FCI standard describes the Finnish Hound as calm, energetic and friendly, never aggressive. It is a dog that loves children and has a cheerful temperament.
Physical
Breed standard
The Finnish Hound is a medium-sized dog with a strong appearance without being heavy. The topline is horizontal. The body length significantly exceeds the height at the withers. Attached low, the tail is slightly curved and reaches the hocks. Strong at the base, the tail tapers to its end. The eyes of medium size are dark brown in colour. The ears are pendulous, with the front edge well against the head. The outer coat is of medium length, well-laid, straight, tight and rather harsh. The undercoat is short, tight and soft in texture. The coat is tricolour. Black extends in a mantle. The tan is intense and extends over the head, the lower parts of the body, the shoulders, the thighs and also other areas on the limbs. The white is usually on the head, neck, chest, on the lower part of the limbs and at the end of the tail.
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What human age for a finnish 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 finnish 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 Finnish Hound
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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