The Greek Harehound (; FCI No. 214) is a rare Dog breed of dog that only comes in a black and tan color, originally bred as a Scent hound for tracking and chasing hare in Southern Greece.
Description
The Greek Harehound is a medium-sized dog breed with short, black hair and tan markings. They stand from and weigh from . The breed is slightly longer than it is tall. The average lifespan for the Greek Harehound is about 13 years.
History
The Greek Harehound is believed to be descended from the extinct Laconian breed, which originated in
Ancient Greece. Its genetics have remained relatively unchanged for thousands of years due to isolation in the mountains of Greece.
In 1996, the Greek Harehound was recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, and it remains the only Greek breed recognized by the FCI.
