Tyrolean Hound Complete Breed Guide

Tyrolean Hounds are a unique combination of hunter, compass, and companion. They are rarely seen scenthounds from Austria known for their ability to track wounded game. Tyrolean Hounds may be hardworking and stubborn, but they’re also loving hounds who enjoy their family and home life!

A rare breed from Austria, Tyrolean Hounds are known for their uncanny sense of direction and ability to find injured animals. These medium-sized scenthounds are known for hunting fox and hare and like to work on their own. They have endurance that may even rival their passion for the sport. Although Tyrolean Hounds are hard workers and semi-stubborn, they are also sweet, good-natured dogs at the end of the day.

Lifestyle & Living Conditions

Tyrolean Hounds are a good match for hunters, outdoorsy people, and active families. Well-socialized Tyrolean Hounds also make good-natured companions for children and other dogs. These hounds are happiest with access to land or a large backyard. Needless to say, they like their space, which doesn’t make them a good fit for apartment-style living.

Exercise & Activity

Tyrolean Hounds have quite a bit of endurance when working, but when they’re not, they will need to use up this excess energy in other ways to stay well-behaved. These hounds will happily join you for a long walk, mountainous hike, or trail run.

It takes a very smart dog to work on their own and know exactly where they are at all times, but this description is just another day in the life of a Tyrolean Hound. They are efficient in the fields and easygoing with their families. Upbeat, outgoing, and affectionate are a few ways to describe these hounds when they're not on the trail. Tyrolean Hounds are hounds, however, and you can expect to be met with stubborn stares when they don’t feel like doing something. As long as you’re firm and consistent with these intelligent dogs, they will listen in time.

A Tyrolean Hound’s short-haired coat comes in many different colors: red, black and tan, or tri-color. Weekly brushing should be enough to remove any dead hair from their dense undercoat. Regular maintenance reduces shedding. Bathe as needed. (With these hunters, you’re sure to know when they need one!)