The Drentsche Patrijshond is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in the Netherlands for hunting small game. They are intelligent, energetic, and determined, and make excellent hunting dogs.
Drentsche Patrijshond
Also known as Dutch Partridge Dog, Drent, Drentse Patrijshond, Drentsche Hollandse Patrijshond
Origin
- Country
- Netherlands
- Region
- Drenthe
- Era
- 16th century; standardized 1943
Group
- Foundation Stock Service
Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Size
- Height
- Male 58–63 cm · Female 55–60 cm
- Weight
- Male 25–35 kg · Female 20–30 kg
Coat
- Type
- medium
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- white with brown markings, white with brown patches
Traits
- loyal, intelligent, reserved with strangers, never fearful, versatile, affectionate