Appearance

Austrian Black and Tan Hound is a medium sized dog, identified with a broad skull, a strong straight muzzle and a black nose. The lips are tight-fitting and well pigmented. It has strong jaws and teeth, meeting in a scissor bite. These dogs have clear dark brown eyes, which don’t show any red in the corners. Their ears are medium in length and broad, with round tips. The ears are set high and the flaps hang flatly on the sides of the head. These hounds have a supple body, which imparts them an agile and strong appearance. They have a deep and broad chest and a long tail, which tapers gradually, slightly bending at the tip. The legs are straight, well-developed and strong.

History

The Austrian Black and Tan Hound appears to be a true descendant of the ancient Celtic Hound. They are a universally popular hunting dog, prized for their ability to do heavy work on high mountains, as well as on flat country.