Halden Hound
The Halden Hound (Haldenstøver) is Norway's largest native hound — named after the town of Halden in the border region between Norway and Sweden.
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Origin
Norway
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight
23–29 kg (50–64 lbs)
Height
50–65 cm (20–26 in)
Diet
Omnivore — high-quality food for an active large scent hound.
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
The Story
The Halden Hound (Haldenstøver) is Norway's largest native hound — named after the town of Halden in the border region between Norway and Sweden. Developed from English Foxhound crosses with Norwegian hounds to produce a larger, faster hound for hunting hare across the open border landscape. The Halden is one of Norway's three native scenthounds (alongside the Dunker and Hygenhund) and is the least common of the three even within Norway. It has the most English-influenced conformation of the three.
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Quick Facts
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Physical Profile
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A large, athletic scent hound with a clean tricolour coat — white with a black saddle and tan markings. The conformation is more English Foxhound-influenced than the other Norwegian hounds — slightly longer-legged and more athletic-looking.
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Moderate
Coat Colors
Recognized By
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Temperament & Personality
Friendly, even-tempered, and gentle — pleasant home companion. Energetic and determined in the field. Good with families and other dogs.
Living Profile
Care & Wellness
Professional Care Protocol
- •2+ hours vigorous exercise daily. Very low grooming. Secure fencing.
Vaccination Schedule
Vaccination Schedule
Health Overview
Generally healthy. Hip dysplasia. Ear infections.
Common Conditions
Fun Facts
All three Norwegian scent hounds — Dunker, Hygenhund, and Halden Hound — are named after the people or places where they were developed, reflecting a Norwegian tradition of regional breed identification that is unusual compared to most European hound naming conventions.
