Finnish Hound

Finnish Hound History

The Finnish Hound is a scenthound developed in Finland.

Finnish Hound Physical Characteristics

The Finnish Hound is a medium-large sized breed of hunting hound that originated in Finland. The breed is medium sized, and possesses a great deal of endurance. The head is long and narrow, with hints of foxiness. The nose and lips are black. Their ears are erect and triangular, set high on the head. Their tail is bushy, and tapers to a point. The eyes of the breed are round and a bit of a light brown. Their feet are large, with arched toes. The fur of the Finnish Hound is short and thick, usually an even mixture of gray and black with lighter shades of both.

Finnish Hound Health

Description of breed health.

Finnish Hound Temperament and Behaviour

The Finnish Hound is a friendly and sociable breed of dog that is easy to train. They are sensitive, and can get jealous when around other household pets, so it’s important to be gentle and treat them with love and respect. They are playful and energetic, and require daily exercise.

Finnish Hound Activity Requirements

The Finnish Hound is a medium-sized, short-haired, and agile breed of hunting dog. This breed is fearless and loves to stay active. They are generally good with other pets and children and are easy to train. The Finnish Hound will need at least one hour of vigorous activity each day. This is a high-energy, athletic dog that requires a great deal of exercise and attention. They will not be happy if they are left alone for long periods of time, which may lead to destructive behaviors. They are best suited to people who can give their undivided attention throughout the day. The Finnish Hound is an intelligent and hard-working, but still playful, breed of dog. While they require a lot of physical play, they also love to learn and socialize. This is not a breed that is content to sit around and do nothing.

Kennel Club Recognition