Dunker

A Dunker, also known as the Norwegian Hound, is a medium-sized breed of dog from Norway. It was bred by Wilhelm Dunker to be a scenthound by crossing a Russian Harlequin Hound with dependable Norwegian scent hounds.

History

The breed is named after the Norwegian Wilhelm Dunker, who bred this dog for hunting hares at the beginning of the 19th century. To create the Dunker, Wilhelm crossed a Russian Harlequin Hound with reliable scent hounds, producing a dog that could hunt rabbits by scent, rather than sight. It has yet to become popular outside of its homeland.

Additional Info

  • Weight: 15.9kg - 17.7kg
  • Height: 47cm - 52.1cm
  • Coat: Straight, hard, dense, and not too short
  • Color: Black or blue marbled with pale fawn and white markings is most desirable.
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