The Sabueso Fino Colombiano is a breed of hunting dogs originally from Colombia, valued for its excellent sense of smell and ability to track prey. It is an athletic and hardy breed, with a friendly and balanced personality.
General details
The Sabueso Fino Colombiano is a medium-sized breed, with a height at the withers of 53 to 63 cm and a weight of 20 to 30 kg. Their average life expectancy is 10 to 12 years. They are not recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI).
Breed history in brief
The history of the Sabueso Fino Colombiano dates back to the times of the Spanish conquest in America, where dogs were used for hunting and tracking. It is believed that the breed comes from dogs brought by the Spanish colonizers, which were crossed with local dogs, resulting in a breed specific to Colombia. Initially, they were used for hunting animals such as deer and pigs, and also for searching for missing persons in wooded areas.
In the 1980s, the breed began to be officially recognized and breeding programs were initiated to preserve its characteristics and improve its health. Today, the Sabueso Fino Colombiano is a highly valued breed in Colombia, used mainly for hunting and tracking in forested and mountainous areas, and also as a companion dog. In addition, its beauty and uniqueness has made it an emblem of Colombian culture.
Breed characteristics
Its body is elongated and muscular, with a deep chest and a long, slender neck. Its head is long and narrow, with large, pendulous ears and dark, expressive eyes.
The coat of the Sabueso Fino Colombiano is short, thick and shiny, with a soft texture to the touch. The most common coat colors are black and white, white and brown, or white and orange.
One of the most distinctive characteristics of this breed is their highly developed sense of smell, which makes them excellent hunting and tracking dogs. They are energetic and active dogs, and require an adequate amount of daily physical exercise and mental stimulation to avoid destructive or troublesome behavior. Despite their hunting instinct, they are social and affectionate animals.
Common health problems
The diseases that most affect this breed of dog are also common to many other breeds of dogs. Among the diseases that most affect the Colombian Hound are hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, intervertebral disc disease, gastric torsion, heart disease and kidney disease.
Do you still not know the true nature of your dog?
Unlock the secrets of your pet's DNA with our two ranges.
