Hygenhund
The Hygenhund (Hygen Hound) is Norway's second native scent hound — named after its creator H.
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Origin
Norway
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight
20–26 kg (44–57 lbs)
Height
47–55 cm (19–22 in)
Diet
Omnivore — high-quality food for an active Norwegian scent hound.
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
The Story
The Hygenhund (Hygen Hound) is Norway's second native scent hound — named after its creator H.F. Hygen who developed the breed in the early 19th century from German and local Norwegian hound crosses. More energetic and determined than the calmer Dunker, the Hygenhund is Norway's "fast and furious" scent hound, bred for covering the mountainous terrain of Norway at speed. It is rarer than the Dunker even in Norway.
Also Known As
Quick Facts
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Physical Profile
Source: wikimedia
A medium-sized, well-muscled, athletic hound with a short, hard, dense coat. Warm red, yellow-red, or tricolour with clearly defined white markings including a facial blaze. The overall impression is of an energetic, capable hunting hound.
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Moderate
Coat Colors
Recognized By
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Temperament & Personality
Energetic, determined, and lively — more intense and active than the Dunker. Loyal to its handler. Independent when tracking.
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
Both Norwegian scent hound breeds are named after their creators — the Dunker after Wilhelm Dunker and the Hygenhund after H.F. Hygen — reflecting the 19th-century Norwegian tradition of individual hunters developing breeds bearing their personal name.
