Polish Hound

The Ogar Polski was developed from the now-extinct Polish Pies Gonczy, the Balkan Hound, the St.Hubert Hound and a number of imported working gundogs of Germany and Austria in the 18th century for a variety of hunting duties, primarily tracking of large game. Both the smaller Pies Gonczy and the Ogar Polski became very rare during the 2nd World War, but in recent times the larger variant was successfuly revived by Polish fanciers. Broad-chested and muscular, the Polish Hound is a resilient, rugged and persistent hunter, valued for its exceptional sense of smell and trainability. Calm, intuitive and friendly, this lovely breed makes a good companion pet, but is the happiest when employed.

The coat is flat and dense, always tan with a black "saddle" on the back, with small white markings allowed on the paws and chest. Average height is around 24 inches.