Comparison: Alpine Dachsbracke and Westphalian Dachsbracke

Alpine Dachsbracke and Westphalian Dachsbracke are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Alpine Dachsbracke
Photo: Mark Magdon, CC0, source
Westphalian Dachsbracke
Photo: Stute.s, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Alpine DachsbrackeWestphalian Dachsbracke
FCI group6. Scent hounds and related breeds6. Scent hounds and related breeds
Country of originAustriaGermany
CategorySmallSmall
Height at withers34–42 cm30–38 cm
Recognition features
  • Short-legged, sturdy dog with thick double coat
  • Dark deer red, or black with red-brown markings including the spots above the eyes ("Vieräugl")
  • Intelligent, friendly expression and a fearless personality
  • Moderately long, sturdy dog, 30–38 cm
  • Very dense, coarse coat; red to yellow with black saddle or mantle
  • White "Bracken" markings: blaze, white muzzle, collar, chest, legs and tail tip
CoatDouble coat with very thick top coat and dense undercoat; dark deer red or black with red-brown markings.Very dense and coarse coat, short on head and legs; red to yellow with black saddle or mantle and white markings.
PurposeRobust, weather-resistant working dog of the mountain huntsman, used as a tracking hound for wounded deer and as a scenthound for hare and fox.–

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.