Colombian Fino Hound
Sabueso Fino Columbiano
Key facts
| FCI group | 6. Scent hounds and related breeds |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Colombia |
| Category | Medium |
| Height at withers | 45–58 cm |
| Weight | 15–35 kg |
Recognition features
- Two sizes (standard 45–50 cm, large 51–58 cm) and two coat types: short and wire
- Typical "howling" hound with long ears and long tail, rectangular outline
- Stubborn in the hunt, affectionate at home, friendly to strangers
Purpose
Tracking, hunting and companionship.
History
The Colombian Fino Hound is a hunting dog developed in Colombia from packs of hounds and some pointing dogs brought from Continental Europe, Great Britain and North America since the colonial period. Its hunting ability made it popular across all social classes, from presidents and the upper classes who hunted for sport to peasants who relied on it for food. For over 200 years it has been used to track various game species.
Coat
Short-haired: short, smooth and shiny; wire-haired: even, dense and hard with undercoat and a small beard; wide variety of colours.
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