🐕 DogsHygen Hound
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fun Fact
The Hygen Hound was developed by Norwegian breeder F. Hygen and is prized for its endurance in cold climates.
Medium-sized Norwegian scent hound with a thick coat. Friendly and intelligent, they are persistent hunters adapted to cold Scandinavian winters.
🏷️ Breed
Hygen Hound
💭 Temperament
Friendly, intelligent, energetic, persistent, alert
📏 Size
Medium (18-25 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
10-14 years
🎨 Colors
Red, yellow, black and tan, white with red
🌍 Origin
Norway
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — needs regular exercise and space
🍽️ Diet
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Group
Group 6
✓ FCI Section
Scent Hounds
✓ FCI Number
266