The Swiss Running Dog is an ancient breed, present since Roman times. Valued for its endurance and versatile hunting abilities, it comes in four varieties:
- Bruno of Jura (dark brown coat)
- Bernese (tricolor)
- Lucernois (blue speckled)
- Schwyz (white and orange)
Energetic and robust, it is ideal for hunters and active owners.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Switzerland
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight: 15-20 kg (male & female)
- Height: 49-59 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Possible but difficult, prefers natural spaces)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can be noisy, especially when hunting)
- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Independent, needs firm training)
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Highly developed hunting instinct)
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Playful but can be rough)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Sociable but with a strong hunting instinct)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Neither too wary nor too sociable)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Difficult, needs space)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Low maintenance but prone to shedding)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Relatively affordable)
- Care frequency:
- Weekly brushing (more often during shedding season)
- Monitoring of ears and eyes (prone to infections)
- Requires intense physical activity
💰 Budget
- Purchase price:500-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 450-650 €
🏡 Important note
Although it can adapt to an urban lifestyle, the Swiss Hound requires a lot of exercise and access to nature. It is ideal for hunters or athletes, but less recommended for a sedentary family.
👉 A dog for adventure and outdoor enthusiasts! 🌲🏃♂️
