Posavac Hound Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Posavac Hound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Posavac Hounds are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Posavac Hound is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

Croatia

Unknown

15th Century

Brown

Black
Brown

Red
Fawn
Isabella

The coat of a Posavac Hound dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Posavac Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Ear Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Echocardiogram

Posavac Hounds are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

The Posavac Hound dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Posavac Hound dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Walk play

Posavac Hounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Posavac Hound, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Posavac Hounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Posavac Hound is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Posavac Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Posavac Hound feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Posavac Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Posavac Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Posavac Hound breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

Posavac Hounds are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

The Posavac Hound is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Posavac Hound is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Posavac Hound dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.