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German Bracke

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Overview of the German Bracke

The German Bracke is a hunting dog breed that was originally developed in Germany. It belongs to the family of hounds and is primarily used for hunting wild boar. The German Bracke is a medium-sized dog with a strong, muscular build and a short, smooth coat that usually comes in shades of brown, gray, or red-brown. It has a long head with strong jaws and a pronounced snout, which helps it in tracking scents.

The German Bracke is a very intelligent and trainable animal that requires thorough training to reach its full potential. It is a very active dog that needs a lot of exercise and engagement to be happy and content. Therefore, it is particularly suitable for people who have plenty of time and patience to care for and exercise it.

In its role as a hunting dog, the German Bracke is very enduring and has an excellent sense of smell. It persistently and loudly tracks the game until it can be cornered. It is also very suitable as a family dog, as long as it receives enough exercise and engagement. It is usually good-natured and playful, often showing a lot of patience and gentleness towards children. However, it is also a vigilant dog and can serve as a watchdog when alerted to strangers.

Overall, the German Bracke is a versatile and loyal dog that forms a close bond with its family and proves to be a faithful companion. However, due to its high exercise needs and hunting instincts, it is not suitable for everyone and requires responsible ownership and training.

Data on the German Bracke

Size and Weight 40-55 cm, 10-19 kg
FCI Group 6, Hounds, Bloodhounds and related breeds
Origin Germany
Life Expectancy 10-12 years
Character Traits friendly, affectionate, social, active, vigilant, intelligent
Exercise and Work Needs high exercise needs
Activities endurance sports, dog sports, hunting use
Family Suitability family-friendly and good with children (with proper exercise)
Sports and Activities dummy training, jogging, accompanying cycling
Hunting Use tracking, searching, partially retrieving

History of the German Bracke

 

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