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# The Halden Hound: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Norway
A hardy Norwegian scenthound, affectionate and built for active hunting.
Size MediumLife expectancy 10–12 yearsBudget ≈ €107/monthPuppy €900 – €1,100
[Find a breeder 1](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-halden-hound) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=halden-hound)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Fair
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Limited
First-time owners Fair
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Endurance: It is an active and resilient dog, well suited to long outings and outdoor work.
- Hardiness: Its overall health is rather robust and it tolerates cool conditions well.
- Attachment to the owner: Affectionate without being overbearing, it develops a good bond with its handler.
- Needs space: He does not tolerate a sedentary life well and is not made for an apartment.
- Marked hunting instinct: His sense of smell and his taste for pursuit require seriously trained recall.
- Not very intuitive to train: His relative independence makes him less easy for a beginner.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: It is suitable for people who can offer long daily outings and real activities.
- Country living: It thrives best in a spacious environment with regular access to nature.
- Hunters or hound enthusiasts: Its profile is well suited to households that appreciate working breeds and how they operate.
Not recommended for
- Apartment living: Its need for space and activity makes this lifestyle poorly suited.
- Very sedentary people: A lack of physical exercise can quickly lead to boredom and frustration.
- First-time adopters with little availability: Its management requires consistency, time, and a good understanding of hunting dogs.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
52 cmHalden Hound
- Height at the withers
- 44–60 cm
- Weight
- 19–25 kg
- Coat
- Short, dense
- FCI group
- 6
- Origin
- Norway
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Halden Hound in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
Outside its native Norway, the Halden Hound remains rather uncommon. The breed owes its name to its region of origin, that of Halden, in southern Norway, near the Swedish border. Its development is relatively recent compared to other hunting dogs and only began in a structured way at the beginning of the 20th century. The breed was obtained by crossing local varieties with other scenthounds originating from Germany, Sweden and Great Britain. Its first standard was established in the 1950s.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Halden Hound is a medium-sized hunting dog, with a body slightly longer than tall, solidly built without heaviness. Its head is lean and harmonious, its dark brown eyes express both calm and pride, and its medium-length ears fall forward. Its coat is short, dense, straight and rather harsh, with a thick undercoat. The coat is tricolour, white with black markings and shaded tan patches on the head and limbs.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Halden Hound is both energetic and affectionate. A good family companion when it has been sufficiently exercised, it remains above all a born hunter, hardy, fast and specially developed for hunting hare and various terrestrial game. It generally prefers to work alone with its owner rather than in a pack and needs to stay active to be well-balanced.
Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Very little inclined to live in an apartment, the Halden Hound needs space, freedom and long daily outings. He quickly gets bored if he cannot work or explore. A house with a well-fenced garden suits him better than a sedentary urban setting, provided that he is offered real physical and mental exercise.
Training
## Training and socialization
Like any hunting dog, the Halden Hound must be introduced to recall from an early age, as it can follow a trail with determination and let itself be distracted by small game. A gentle, consistent and firm education makes it a balanced family and hunting dog. Its taste for effort and work is an asset, but its independence requires consistency.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Halden Hound
The Halden Hound is a rare breed, which can influence its availability and the cost of acquisition depending on the bloodlines and origin. Beyond the purchase price, you must above all anticipate the expenses related to the upkeep of an active medium-sized dog.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/halden-hound/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Halden Hound is characterized by good overall endurance and rather robust health. Its short but double and dense coat helps it withstand the cold well, and no marked predisposition is particularly reported in the available references for the breed.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/halden-hound/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Halden Hound needs a quality diet providing it with all the nutrients necessary for its good overall condition. Its ration must be adapted to its age, its size, its weight and above all to its level of physical activity, often high in this breed.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/halden-hound/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
Rare outside Norway, the Halden Hound takes its name directly from its region of origin. It is one of the Nordic scenthounds developed to work in sometimes difficult climatic conditions and was recognized by the FCI in 1965.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Halden Hound
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Halden Hound suitable for family life?
Yes, if it is well socialized and if the household can meet its exercise and training needs. Each individual still needs to be assessed.
### Can the Halden Hound live in an apartment?
No, it is not an apartment dog: it needs space, long daily outings and real activity.
## Find a Halden Hound breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Halden Hound breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Halden Hound breeders by country
[1 breeder of Halden Hound in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-halden-hound/finland)
[All breeders of Halden Hound in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-halden-hound)
## Ready to welcome a Halden Hound?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-halden-hound)
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