Balkan Hound
Balkans • medium size
Balkan Hound is a medium breed from Balkans, known for being good with kids, highly trainable, very playful.
Good With KidsHighly TrainableVery Playful
Hound
Balkan Scenthound
Regional name for the Balkan gonic; persistent pack hound for hare and fox.
Good With KidsHighly TrainableVery Playful
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Size
Medium
Life
12-14 years
Group
Hound
Origin
Balkans
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