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Eurohound Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Eurohound so you can get to know the breed more.

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Common Names & Aliases
What other names is an Eurohound known by? Discover all traditional, regional and informal names used for this breed.
Scandinavian houndEurodog
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is an Eurohound? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Eurohound is a cross breed from the Alaskan Husky group and Pointing breeds (in general German Shorthaired Pointer and English Pointer) to be a sled dog breed.

Eurohound Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is an Eurohound? Learn how big the Eurohound breed typically grows.
Large
Weight Statistics
How much does an Eurohound weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Eurohound breed.
Male: 46-53 pounds (21-24 kg), Female: 39.5-46 pounds (18-21 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of an Eurohound?
Male: 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 43 pounds (19.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Eurohound? Eurohound height:
26-28 inches (65-72 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of an Eurohound?
27 inches (69 cm)

Eurohound Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does an Eurohound puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Eurohound costs.
$1000-$1500
If you choose to purchase the Eurohound, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Eurohound for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Eurohound gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Eurohound? How many Eurohound are there in the world?
Average: The Eurohound is a commonly available dog breed. There is less risk of overbreeding compared to the very popular dogs.

Of course, they may be more popular in some countries, and inbreeding may occur, so be careful.

Eurohound Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is an Eurohound? Discover the Eurohound's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Smart: The Eurohound dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Eurohound is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train an Eurohound? Learn about the Eurohound's trainability and response to training methods.
A slightly harder to train than average. Eurohound dogs aren't famous for their trainability. This breed needs more time and repetition to obey. It's challenging to teach them new commands, but not impossible.
Watchdog Rating
How good is an Eurohound as a watchdog? Learn about the Eurohound's alertness and guarding instincts.
Eurohound dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Territorial Protection
Is an Eurohound protective of its territory? Learn about the Eurohound's guarding instincts and behavior.
Eurohound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. Better to have the protection of your house and property supervised by others.

Eurohound Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does an Eurohound have? Learn about characteristic Eurohound temperament and behavior traits.
EnergeticIntelligentAffectionateLoyalExtroverted
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Eurohound sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Eurohound dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is an Eurohound a good family dog?
Average: Eurohound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. Some breeds are forthcoming and friendly, while others are independent and don't bond too closely with their owners.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Scandinavian hound need? Eurohound social needs:
Eurohound dogs need for social interaction is average. This breed likes being around people or other animals, but they don't mind being left alone for a few hours either.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Eurohound to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Eurohound roam?
Eurohound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command. This breed is also able to cause damage to your fence.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Eurohound have high prey drive?
Eurohound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. Cats or any other small animals are in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Eurohound dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Eurohound Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does an Eurohound bark a lot? Learn about typical Eurohound vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average to High: The Eurohound is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is an Eurohound? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Eurohound breed.
The Eurohound is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can an Eurohound live in an apartment? Learn about the Eurohound's suitability for apartment living.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Eurohound breed. If you don't have a garden, think carefully about your decision, keeping Eurohound indoors can cause a lot of problems.

Eurohound Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is an Eurohound to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Eurohound's flexibility to new situations.
Average: Eurohound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can an Eurohound be left alone? Learn about the Eurohound's tolerance to solitude.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. With proper socialization and quality time with the dog can solve this problem.

Eurohound Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is an Eurohound biting potential? Learn about the Eurohound's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Eurohound has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is an Eurohound mouthy? Learn about the Eurohound's tendency to use mouth during play.
Eurohound dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Eurohound dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is an Eurohound bite? Learn about the Eurohound's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Eurohound bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Eurohound measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of an Eurohound is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Eurohound bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Eurohound bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train an Eurohound puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Eurohound, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Eurohound bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, an Eurohound can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Eurohound Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does an Eurohound live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Eurohound breed.
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Eurohound: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does an Eurohound handle different weather? Learn about the Eurohound's climate adaptability.
Prefers cold weather
The Eurohound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. Dogs can suffer from frostbite and hypothermia in extremely cold weather, so it is important to take precautions to keep your dog safe and comfortable during the winter months.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in an Eurohound? Discover typical conditions affecting the Eurohound breed.
Eurohounds are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does an Eurohound need vet visits? Learn about the Eurohound's veterinary care requirements.
Rare
The Eurohound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.

Eurohound Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is an Eurohound? Understand daily activity needs of the Eurohound breed.
Eurohound dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Eurohound is a great sprint dog.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does an Eurohound need? How much exercise do Eurohound dogs require per day?

Do Eurohound dogs need a lot of exercises?

Eurohound dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Eurohounds take part in sled dog racing with other racing dogs, like Alaskan Huskies.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Eurohound breed need?
Eurohound dogs don't need too much sleep. They are energetic and desire to live active life. If you think naps are overrated, this breed can be the best choice for you.

Eurohound Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is an Eurohound prone to weight gain? Learn about the Eurohound's obesity risks.
Average: The Eurohound has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Eurohound weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does an Eurohound need daily? Learn about the Eurohound's feeding requirements.
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Eurohound Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is an Eurohound hypoallergenic? Learn about the Eurohound's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Eurohound dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does an Eurohound come in? Discover all possible Eurohound color variations.
Black Red Cream White BlondeSpottedBeigePatchedBlack with white blazingSolid with patches of spots
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does an Eurohound need? Learn about Eurohound coat maintenance requirements.
Effortless: The Eurohound requires minimal grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned sometimes to avoid infections. Eurohound is one of the best choices if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Highly recommended for beginners.
Drooling Tendency
Does an Eurohound drool a lot? Learn about the Eurohound's drooling habits.
The Eurohound is an average drooler. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does an Eurohound smell bad? Learn about the Eurohound's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Eurohound has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does an Eurohound have? Learn about the Eurohound's fur characteristics.
ShinyShort
Bathing Needs
How often does an Eurohound need baths? Learn about the Eurohound's bathing requirements.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Shedding Level
How much do Eurohound dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Scandinavian hound? Do Eurohound dogs shed a lot?
Eurohound dogs are low shedders. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type.

Eurohound Good With

Child Compatibility
Is an Eurohound good with children? Learn about the Eurohound's behavior around kids of different ages.
Eurohound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does an Eurohound get along with other pets? Discover the Eurohound's compatibility with other animals.
Eurohound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Eurohound temperament with other people:
Eurohound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
How well do Eurohound dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Eurohound breed live with a cat?
Eurohound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Eurohound good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Eurohound dogs get along with other dogs?
Eurohound dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Eurohound can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Eurohound breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Eurohound breed suitable for first-time owners?
No
Eurohound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Are Eurohound dogs good office canines? Do Eurohound dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Eurohound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Eurohound dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Scandinavian hound temperament with senior people? Are Eurohound dogs good for elderly owners?
Eurohounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Eurohound As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can an Eurohound be a service dog? Learn about the Eurohound's service work potential.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Eurohound is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is an Eurohound good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Eurohound's therapy work aptitude.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Eurohound is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is an Eurohound good at detection work? Learn about the Eurohound's scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Eurohound is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can an Eurohound do search and rescue? Learn about the Eurohound's SAR capabilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Eurohound is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is an Eurohound good on boats? Learn about the Eurohound's maritime capabilities.

Not really

Eurohound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can an Eurohound pull carts? Learn about the Eurohound's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Eurohound is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was an Eurohound used in military service? Learn about the Eurohound's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Eurohound Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does an Eurohound usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is an Eurohound pregnant? Learn about the Eurohound's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Eurohound: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can an Eurohound have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Eurohound Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is an Eurohound in? Learn about the Eurohound's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is an Eurohound in? Learn about the Eurohound's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Eurohound Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Smart: The Eurohound dogs have great intelligence.
  • Health Concerns: Eurohounds are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Grooming Requirements: Effortless: The Eurohound requires minimal grooming.
  • Shedding Level: Eurohound dogs are low shedders.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Eurohound dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Dog Friendly: Eurohound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Cons
  • Training Difficulty: A slightly harder to train than average.
  • Allergy Friendliness: Eurohound dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Apartment Adaptability: Not an apartment-friendly dog the Eurohound breed.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Eurohound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
  • Cat Friendly: Eurohound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
  • Office Friendly: Eurohound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Eurohound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.

Eurohound History

The Eurohound is not a purebred breed of dog but instead is continually crossbred from purebreds and mixes in order to produce dogs for specific running conditions. As the imported North American racing dogs could not match the performance of the Husky, the breeders felt the need of developing an entirely new cross in the early 1980s. In order to do so, Alaskan Huskies were imported to Sweden and Norway, and the got mixed with German Short-haired Pointer. These dogs possessed the sledding ability of the Husky as well as the intelligence and willingness to work with the Pointer.

Eurohound racers crossbreed for specific working traits, abilities, and health or not in order to a new breed with a consistent appearance. Crossbreeding includes breeding between two established breeds, with two tightly bred but unrelated gene pools, and breeding the first generation cross back to one of the purebred breeds. The dogs most often used for Eurodog crosses are purebred Pointers (German Shorthaired Pointers and English Pointers), Vorester Pointer, and Alaskan Huskies (Gareth Wright lines primarily) from tightly bred sprint dog lines used for racing. A first-generation Eurohound cross (fifty percent Pointer, fifty percent Husky) have short coats, suitable for sprint races, which don’t involve resting or sleeping on the trail. If this 50-50 mix is bred again with purebred Alaskan Husky the resulting generation will have thicker coats, which is more suitable for long-distance teams. Most distance mushers prefer the pointer genetics to only be 1/8 in a dog for maximum performance. These dogs should be termed Alaskan Huskies or Hound crosses, due to the reduction of the Eurohound ‘s influence. The term “Eurohound” was coined by Ivana Nolke, to distinguish the European racing dogs being imported into Alaska.

 But Why the name Eurohound, and not Europointer? – Tone Coughlin to Ivana Nolke:

“In Europe, there is really no distinction between a hound (a hunting dog in general) and a pointer. In the UK and in Ireland there maybe since they are English speaking countries. All hunting dogs (including pointers) are called HOUNDS – in different variations depending on the country. And there is only one POINTER in Europe, the English Pointer. GSP is not called a pointer in most of the European countries. For example, the GSP is called Duitse staande hond in Dutch (hond = hound). All Eurohounds when they first came to Alaska (which was the first US state they were introduced to) were called HOUNDS in general. Some Eurohounds still have sighthounds in their pedigree.”

In their appearance characteristics of Pointers, Huskies, and any other breeds used in breeding may show up in the dogs. As the Eurohound is a carefully bred performance dog type rather than a kennel club registered purebred breed, its appearance can vary on a relatively broad scale.

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