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Smaland Hound (Swedish: Smålandsstövare) is a breed of dog that originated in Sweden in the 16th century. Thought to be the oldest scent hound breed native to Sweden, it was first recognized by the Swedish Kennel Club in 1921. They are the smallest of the Swedish hound breeds, and have black and tan markings similar to the rottweiler.
A 2022 UK study on life expectancy of dog breeds based on veterinary data showed the average life expectancy to be 7.91 for the breed compared to 11.82 years for crossbreeds. [27] [b] A 2024 UK study found a life expectancy of 11.8 years for the breed compared to an average of 12.7 for purebreeds and 12 for crossbreeds. [28]
An adult with a puppy. The Italian Greyhound is the smallest of the sighthounds. [5] It weighs no more than 5 kg and stands 32 to 38 cm at the withers. [1] It is deep in the chest, with a tucked-up abdomen, long slender legs and a long neck.
The breed is uniquely French in background: It has been owned by Madame de Pompadour, Louis XIV, and Marie Antoinette, who was known to have a papillon named Thisbe that apparently waited outside ...
Volchanskiy/Getty Images. Height: 7-11 inches Weight: 4-8 pounds Personality: smart, loving Activity Level: moderate Shedding Factor: low Life Expectancy: 16 years Don’t mistake these tiny pups ...
Despite its name, the Kerry Beagle is a small hound. Beag is an Irish word for small, given to the dog because it is smaller than other hounds; with its height being between 56–61 cm (22–24 in), and its weight up to 27 kg (60 lb). The Kerry Beagle has a broad head, a short coat and long ears, black and tan is the more common colour but the ...
Pai-Shih Lee/Getty Images. Group: non-sporting Height: 9.5-11.5 inches Weight: 12-18 pounds Personality: cheerful, adaptable Energy Level: moderate Coat and Color: curly double coat, low shedding ...
The Schweizerischer Niederlaufhund (Small Swiss Hound), is a breed of dog of the scenthound type from Switzerland. Niederlaufhund means short-legged hound. The breed has a number of different varieties (all of the same breed).