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

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Lakeland Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Posavac Hounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Lakeland Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Croatia

England

Unknown

Old English Wirehaired Terriers, Bedlington Terriers

15th Century

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Fawn
Isabella

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Straight

Wiry

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.

A Lakeland Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Eye Problems

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

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Posavac Hounds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Lakeland Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Posavac Hounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Lakeland Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Posavac Hound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Lakeland Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walk play

Dog Parks

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.

Lakeland Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lakeland Terrier, it's at least 9 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.

In general most Lakeland Terriers usually need at least 45 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 low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Lakeland Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Clipper
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.

For an average 15-17 pound (7 - 8 kg) Lakeland Terrier feed 1.3 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 cost of a Lakeland Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 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 average per month expenses of a Lakeland Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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.

Posavac Hound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Lakeland Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Posavac Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Lakeland Terriers are not dog-friendly.