The Hamiltonstovare is a medium-sized gundog from Sweden. They are friendly, loyal, and intelligent, and make great family pets. Hamiltonstovares have a thick, double coat that can be black and white, or golden and white in color. They are active and require plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to stay healthy and happy.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 12–14 years
- Weight
- Male 23–27 kg · Female 23–27 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 53–61 cm · Female 49–57 cm
- Origin
- late 19th century · Sweden
- Coat
- double, short
- Colors
- black, tan, white
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Hamilton Hound, Swedish Foxhound
- Recognized by
- FCI, UKC, KC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise90 min per day