Representatives of this breed are balanced, they maintain composure and calmness. These are very loyal dogs that will faithfully serve one owner all their lives. In general, hounds are kind to children. But extra control from the side still does not hurt. Although open and sociable, Schiller's hounds are not too trusting of strangers.
This breed of dog appeared as a result of crossing the Swiss and British hounds in 1887. It got its name in honor of the creator of – farmer-breeder Per Schiller. The breed was first recognized by the Kennel Club of Sweden in 1907. In 1955, the Schiller Hound received worldwide recognition from the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.
A medium-sized dog with friendly brown eyes and strong muscular limbs. It has a beautiful head with an elongated muzzle and a large black nose, high-set soft ears without bends and a thick, high-set tail, gradually tapering towards the tip, which is characteristic of hounds. The Schiller Hound is covered with a short and soft to the touch coat, complemented by a thick undercoat – excellent protection against severe frosts, which are rich in the Scandinavian climate.
This dog is characterized by a lively temperament and cheerful character, a friendly attitude towards others. Such a pet will obey the owner and will serve him faithfully and reliably. The positive character traits of Schiller's hound include tirelessness in work and a high threshold of irritability. At the same time, Schillerstevar is not suitable for hunting in packs – a hermit hunter may be aggressive towards a companion dog.
It is advisable to keep this northern hunter outside the city, where your pet will have the freedom of movement that he badly needs. In care, this hardy dog will not be difficult for you. Schillerstevare short hair does not need to be combed and cut – sometimes handle with a special brush-mitt.
Breeding work on the breed of this Swedish hound has led to the creation of a hardy and strong body that can withstand the harsh weather conditions of snowy Scandinavia. So far, no hereditary genetic diseases have been found in Schillerstevar. These are generally healthy dogs, however, they are not bypassed by the hip dysplasia characteristic of four-legged service assistants. There are very few reports of other diseases of the Schiller hound.
