Polish Hound Dog Breed Information

Posted on Nov 15, 2019, Modified : Feb 7, 2020 Zina

Breeds

Country of Origin	Poland
Nicknames and Other Names	Ogar Polski
Scientific Name	Canis Lupus Familiaris
Breed Type	Purebred
Group	Scenthound Group
Bred For	Hunting Big Game with their Scent
Size	Moderate-Size
Recognized By	FCI
Life Span	13-14 Years
Ideal Weight	Male: 62.5 Pounds Female: 57.5 Pounds
Ideal Height	Male: 23 Inches Female: 21 Inches
Fur Type	Thick, Hard, Smooth
Common Colors	Black and Tan, Brown and Tan, Red and Black
Markings	White Markings
Availability	Commonly Available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	No
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Beagle

Polish Hound which is also commonly known as Ogar Polsky is a hunting dog. It is a medium built, strong, sleek dog breed with a powerful bone structure. They have large ears that are hanging by the cheek and a nose that has a keen sense of smell.

It makes a great family pet for an experienced dog owner in a house with an open space. They are not at all suitable for a novice dog owner who cannot handle them the right way and cannot meet their energy level.

Origin and History

Polish Hound was originated in Poland as a scenthound. It was first described in a book named ‘The beginnings of the natural history and farming of the national domestic and wild animals’ by Krzysztof Kluk in 1779. It is believed that the Polish Hound was bred by crossbreeding St Hubert Hound with the local hounds.

After World War II, Polish Hound almost got extinct but was revived by two colonels. Colonel Josef Pawuslewizc developed a light-boned hound known as Gonczy Polski whereas Colonel Piotr Kartwik developed heavy-boned Ogar Polski which is also known as the Polish Hound.

The FCI recognized Polish Hounds as a scenthound in 1966.

Temperament, Behavior, and Personality

Temperament: The temperament of the Polish Hound is calm, affectionate, intelligent, and protective. They are an ideal family pet due to their loving, sweet yet protective nature. With family, they are loving and playful but around strangers, they are suspicious. They make a great watchdog that will look after your family.

Behavior: Polish Hound is known for its excellent sense of smell. Sometimes it can go far from tracking some interesting scent that its nose catches. So, to avoid getting your dog lost for a long time, keep it in a fenced yard or on a leash.

Polish Hound on a hike.
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Personality: The personality of the Polish Hound is calm, gentle, courageous, and smart. They are a gentle and calm dog that gets along with their family as well as other pets in the house. They are brave and also smart dog breed that is easy to train.

Trainability

Polish Hound is not a difficult dog to train as they are smart and quick at catching new commands and instruction. They get bored with the same trick repeatedly, so it is necessary to challenge them physically and mentally from time to time.

Use positive reinforcement as a method of training by rewarding them with delicious treats and lots of vocal praises. This will keep them motivated and focused on the training session.

Is Polish Hound Child-Friendly?

Polish Hound gets along with children very well due to their loving and playful nature. They make great playmates for kids but due to their high energy, it might cause accidents with small kids. Therefore, they are suitable for older children than small kids. Always supervise their interaction when they are playing.

A baby with Polish Hound.
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Facts

The voice of the Polish Hound is frequently described as deep and pure which makes them a great hunting dog.
Polish Hound has not yet been recognized by major kennel clubs like the American Kennel Club and the United Kennel Club.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Hip Dysplasia, Bloat, Obesity
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Coronavirus, Kennel Cough, Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Canine Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis
Shedding	Moderate Shedder
Drooling	Average Drooler
Grooming	Average Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Average
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 25% Fat: 8% Glucosamine Digestie Enzymes Probiotics

Polish Hound is prone to a few of the following possible canine health problems:

Bloat: When the belly of your dog looks like a balloon, it is due to bloat. It is caused due to the excessive gas produced after eating which disturb the muscles of the digestive system.
Hip Dysplasia: It is a condition where the hip joints of your dog are either not developed properly or dislocated from its original place. It causes difficulties in moving from one place to another due to the sharp pain on the back and lameness.