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# The Istrian Shorthaired Hound: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Croatia
A hardy Croatian scenthound, docile and well equipped for hunting in difficult terrain.
Size MediumLife expectancy 12–15 yearsBudget ≈ €107/monthPuppy €800 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 7](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-istrian-shorthaired-hound) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=istrian-shorthaired-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 Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Good
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Enduring: He handles long outings and work on difficult terrain well.
- Docile: His gentle and stable temperament makes consistent training easier.
- Easy maintenance: His short coat and low shedding make daily care fairly light.
- Need for exercise: He needs real daily physical exertion to stay balanced.
- Marked hunting instinct: He can follow a trail with determination if recall is not solidly trained.
- Reserved with strangers: He often shows himself to be less demonstrative with people he doesn't know.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active hunters: Its natural abilities and endurance are well suited to a life devoted to hunting.
- Sporty households: It is suitable for owners able to offer long, regular outings.
- Life in the countryside: It particularly benefits from open and natural environments.
Not recommended for
- Sedentary people: Its need for daily exercise is too great for a low-activity lifestyle.
- Households often absent: It does not cope well with a routine lacking outings and availability.
- Very urban habitat without sufficient exercise: A constrained environment without long walks does not meet its needs well.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
52 cmIstrian Shorthaired Hound
- Height at the withers
- 45–59 cm
- Weight
- 15–25 kg
- Coat
- Short, fine and close
- FCI group
- 6
- Origin
- Croatia
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Istrian Shorthaired Hound in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Istrian Short-haired Hound is an ancient Croatian breed descended from the white hunting dog with markings of the Eastern Adriatic. Old descriptions appear in a manuscript kept in a Franciscan monastery in Dubrovnik in the 14th century, then in other Croatian historical sources. The breed is also depicted in a painting dated 1474 near Beram. Its standard was published by the FCI on 2 April 1955.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
This medium-sized scenthound has a noble, slender and powerful silhouette, without heaviness. Its body is harmoniously built, with a firm back, a muscular loin, a deep chest and a tail carried in a sabre shape. The head is elongated and elegant, the ears are pendulous and triangular, and the dark brown oval eyes express liveliness. The coat is snow white with orange markings, covered with a short, fine, close and shiny hair.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Istrian Short-haired Hound is lively, gentle and docile. Very attached to its owner, it is neither nervous nor aggressive, but shows itself more reserved towards strangers. A hunting dog, it stands out for its nose, its endurance and its ability to work confidently on difficult terrain.
Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Calm in his daily life, he nevertheless needs a lot of exercise to stay balanced. He adapts to different living environments provided he benefits from long regular outings, ideally in the middle of nature. His voice is loud and melodious, and his hunting instinct can push him to follow a trail with determination.
Training
## Training and socialization
Its training is generally manageable if it starts early and is based on careful socialization. It responds well to a gentle, consistent and somewhat firm method, without brutality. Its natural instinct for hunting develops quickly, which requires good work on recall and concentration.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Istrian Shorthaired Hound
The purchase price remains overall moderate for a rare hunting dog. It varies mainly depending on the quality of the breeding, the lineage, the age of the dog, its intended use and its availability on the market.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/istrian-shorthaired-hound/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Istrian Short-haired Hound is generally robust and resilient. It generally has solid health, especially when it is kept at a good level of activity, properly fed and regularly monitored by a veterinarian.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/istrian-shorthaired-hound/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
Its diet must be of good quality and meet its needs according to its age, its size and its activity level. In this sporty dog, the ration must remain consistent with the intensity of outings and the efforts provided.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/istrian-shorthaired-hound/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
This breed is part of the Croatian canine heritage and is among the historic scenthounds of the eastern Adriatic. Its presence in ancient texts and in a 15th-century painting bears witness to its antiquity. It is also appreciated for its strong and melodious voice, a quality sought after in scenthounds.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Istrian Shorthaired Hound
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Istrian Shorthaired Hound suitable for apartment living?
It can adapt to it only moderately, provided it benefits from real daily physical exertion and long outings. Without sufficient activity, its balance can deteriorate.
### Is it easy to train?
Yes, its training is rather accessible if it starts young, with serious socialization and a gentle but consistent method. Its hunting instinct nevertheless requires regular recall work.
## Find a Istrian Shorthaired Hound breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Istrian Shorthaired Hound breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Istrian Shorthaired Hound breeders by country
[7 breeders of Istrian Shorthaired Hound in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-istrian-shorthaired-hound/italy)
[All breeders of Istrian Shorthaired Hound in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-istrian-shorthaired-hound)
## Ready to welcome a Istrian Shorthaired Hound?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-istrian-shorthaired-hound)
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