Obedient
Tenacious
Dependable
Lively
Kind
Good-natured

Intelligent
Obedient
Friendly
Gentle

Choose a Serbian Hound if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Serbia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Molossian Hunting Dogs, Phoenician Dogs

Italian Gun Dogs, Native Dogs

11th Century

1890s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Red
White

White
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn

Serbian Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

A Serbian Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

Serbian Hound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Serbian Hounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Serbian Hound is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Serbian Hound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

The Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Walking

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Hunt

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Serbian Hound, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound), it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Serbian Hounds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Serbian Hound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Serbian Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Serbian Hound is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Serbian Hounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Serbian Hounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound) is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Serbian Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Serbian Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Serbian Hounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Serbian Hounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Barak (Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound)s are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.