How to Identify a Wetterhoun

The Wetterhoun is assigned to the sporting group [1] and originated in Friesland, Netherlands, also being referred to as the Frisian Water Dog. While they were originally bred to hunt otters, they are now known to do well in various sports and be a good watchdog and companion. The Wetterhoun is also related closely to the Stabyhoun. [2] While the Wetterhoun does share a few characteristics with other dog breeds, they also have several unique ones. This wikiHow will help you figure out whether or not a dog is a Wetterhoun.

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Viewing the Body Structure

  1. Male Wetterhounen are typically around 23 inches (58 cm) tall, while females are usually around 21.5 inches (55 cm) tall. Both male and female Wetterhounen typically weigh anywhere from 50 to 75 pounds (23 to 34 kg). [3]
  2. Wetterhounen should have a powerful, strong head that is also dry, and it should also have a balanced size with their body. [4]
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  3. Wetterhounen should have quite low-set ear leathers, with an auricle that isn't developed that much, meaning the dog's ears should be hanging flat going along their head, and you should notice no breaks. The dog's ears should be of a relatively long length, appearing similar to a mason's trowel. You should also notice curled hair on the dog's ears that, at the set-on point, should appear quite long, though the hair's length should lessen going towards the lower 1/3 of the dog's ear, and you should notice short hair in this area. [5]
  4. Wetterhounen should have eyes that are oval in shape, medium-sized, and slanting a little. The dog's eyes should also not be set deep or bulging, and if the dog is brown ground in color, their eyes should be brown-colored, while black ground-colored dogs should have dark brown-colored eyes. You should also notice that the dog's eyelids fit tightly and that the dog's conjunctiva is not seen. [6]
  5. Wetterhounen should have a tail that is long, and they should carry it either alongside or over their croup, in a ring-tail formation. [7]
  6. Overall, Wetterhounen should appear balanced well and sturdy, yet not clumsy or plump. They should be built thickly-set and squarely and have skin that fits closely. You should also not notice that the dog has any dewlap or throatiness. [8]
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Considering the Coat

  1. Wetterhounen may be completely brown or black or be brown with markings that are white in color. You may also notice roaning or ticking within these white-colored markings. [9]
  2. As a whole, the dog's coat should feel greasy and coarse, but the curls that are found everywhere except the dog's legs and head should have a firm texture. [10]
  3. Overall, Wetterhounen should have curls that are tight everywhere but their legs and head that contain hair tufts which are strong. [11]
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Examining Temperament

  1. The Wetterhoun is known to be an intelligent dog who is a quick learner. [12]
  2. While Wetterhounen are known to be quick learners, they may also be independent and strong-willed, meaning they may not follow commands they are given. Therefore, this dog requires consistent and firm yet calm training. A clear leader will also need to be established. [13]
  3. Wetterhoun are known to be sensitive dogs, which is another reason why calm training is important. [14]
  4. Wetterhounen are known to be friendly dogs and typically do well with children as long as they are not harassed or teased. They also usually do well with other pets and dogs. [15]
  5. Because of their wariness towards strangers, Wetterhounen tend to make good guard dogs. [16]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.akc.org/breeder-programs/foundation-stock-service-program/fss-breeds-broken-group/
      2. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/wetterhoun/
      3. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/wetterhoun/
      4. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/221g08-en.pdf
      5. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/221g08-en.pdf
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      7. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/221g08-en.pdf
      8. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/221g08-en.pdf
      9. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/221g08-en.pdf
      1. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/221g08-en.pdf
      2. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/221g08-en.pdf
      3. ↑ https://www.dogbreedinfo.com/wetterhoun.htm
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