Alpine Dachsbracke
About the Alpine Dachsbracke
Temperament
Physical Characteristics
| Size Category | Small (10-25 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Height | 13-15" |
| Weight | 33-40 lbs |
| Coat Type | Double |
| Coat Length | Short |
| Colors | |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
Moderate (30-60 min/day)
45 minutes per day recommended
Grooming
Moderate - Weekly
Mental Stimulation
★★★★★Needs plenty of mental challenges
Drooling
★★★★★Living Conditions
Cost of Ownership
| Purchase Price | $600-$1,200 |
|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $1,100/year |
Costs vary based on location, breeder, and individual needs. Annual costs include food, veterinary care, grooming, and supplies.
Health Considerations
Like all breeds, Alpine Dachsbrackes may be prone to certain health conditions:
Regular veterinary check-ups and proper care can help prevent or manage many health issues.
Best For
- Families with Children
- Active Owners
May Not Be Ideal For
- Long Work Hours Away
- Sedentary Lifestyles
Guides for your Alpine Dachsbracke
The story behind the Alpine Dachsbracke
Austrian hunters developed the Alpine Dachsbracke in mountainous country, and short-legged bracke-type hounds of this kind were in use through the 1800s, reportedly favoured by Austrian nobility on hunting expeditions. The job was specialised: following the blood trail of wounded deer, chamois and boar over difficult alpine ground where a taller faster hound mattered less than a low, methodical, hardy tracker. Breeders drew on regional bracke stock and short-legged hounds to fix the heavy-boned low-set build. A formal standard was established during the 1900s, and the FCI later classified the breed among scent hounds and related types. It remains predominantly a working dog in Austria, Germany and neighbouring countries, is rare elsewhere, and is seldom kept purely as a pet.
Originally bred for: Tracking, Hunting. You can trace how working roles shaped today’s breeds across our dog guides.
Feeding a Alpine Dachsbracke
Dense low-slung build over short legs means surplus weight loads the spine and joints directly, so measured meals and honest body condition checks matter more here than for leggier hounds. A moderate-calorie adult food suits companions, with greater energy density during active hunting seasons.
Watch for: No breed-specific food sensitivity pattern is widely documented for this hardy hound. Scent hounds are enthusiastic scavengers, and much apparent intolerance turns out to be something found outdoors rather than anything in the bowl. Persistent digestive upset warrants a veterinary opinion first.
Not sure what to put in the bowl? See our picks for the best dog food for small breeds.
Mealtime extras: training treats worth keeping in your pocket. Everything else lives in our dog nutrition and feeding hub.
Living with a Alpine Dachsbracke
Day to day, the basics matter most: how much exercise your dog needs, how often to get out for a walk, and how much sleep is normal.
For play and enrichment, browse our favorite dog toys and interactive toys for rainy days.
Gear that fits the breed makes life easier: a well-sized dog bed, a comfortable no-pull harness.
Raising a puppy? Work through crate training and the teething timeline — or see how old your dog is in human years with our dog age calculator.