The Kromfohrländer is a relatively recent breed that was developed in Germany by breeder Ilse Scheifenbaum, by crossing Wirehaired Fox Terriers with Grand Griffon Vendéens. Its creation dates back to the end of the 20th century, and it is named after the breeding location, "Krom Fohr", in the North Rhine-Westphalia region.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Kromfohrländer
- Origin: Germany
- Type: Companion dog, energetic, affectionate.
- Hypoallergenic? No ❌
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 11-16 kg
- Female: 9-14 kg
- Height:
- Male: 36-46 cm
- Female: 36-46 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (preferably have a garden or space to run)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Calm: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Independent: ⭐☆☆☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (very sociable with children)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (good compatibility with other animals)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (rather reserved with foreigners)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (needs time for exercise and an outdoor space to expend energy)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: Weekly to keep the coat clean and prevent the accumulation of dead hair.
- Bathing: A bath every two months is usually sufficient, unless particularly dirty.
- Specific care:
- Coat: Moderate maintenance is enough, as its short to medium-length coat is relatively easy to manage.
- Exercise: The Kromfohrländer is active and needs a lot of exercise to stay balanced. It loves to play and run, making it ideal for an active family.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 600-800 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 350-650 €
🏡 Important note
The Kromfohrländer is an energetic, affectionate, and adaptable dog that can acclimate well to different types of households, as long as its exercise and attention needs are met. It is important for this dog to spend a lot of time with its owners, as it is sociable and enjoys being involved in family activities. Although it can live in an apartment, a garden or outdoor space to expend energy is recommended.
The Kromfohrländer is an ideal breed for families looking for an intelligent, playful, and easy-to-maintain dog, while having an environment where it can expend energy. 🌿🐾
