The Tiroler Bracke, also known as the Tyrolean Brachet, is an ancient breed known for its excellent sense of smell and exceptional skills as a hunting dog. Originating from the mountains and forests of Tyrol, Austria, it was developed to track game such as deer, wild boar, and hares. This highly competent hunting dog is valued for its endurance and ability to work over long distances.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Austria
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 35-40 kg
- Female: 30-35 kg
- Height:
- Male: 50-58 cm
- Female: 48-56 cm
- Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
- Exercise Needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment Living: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (Not suitable for apartment living)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Friendly with children)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (May be inclined to chase small animals, requires proper supervision)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Fairly sociable, but remains cautious with strangers)
- Apartment living: ☆☆☆☆☆ (Not suitable for a small space, needs a large garden or yard)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Regular brushing needed to keep its coat clean and free of tangles)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Cost is average, with regular care to be expected)
- Care frequency:
- Brushing: 2-3 times a month to avoid tangles
- Other care: Ear cleaning to prevent infections.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price:800-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food):800-1200 €
🏡 Important note
The Tiroler Bracke is an energetic and intelligent hunting dog, ideal for active families and owners with plenty of space. It can live with other animals but requires special vigilance to prevent it from chasing small animals. This dog needs plenty of outings and physical and mental stimulation to be happy, so it is better suited to rural environments or homes with a large garden.
