Alpine taxonomic marriage is one of a group of hunting breeds, the representatives of this family are characterized by incredible endurance and energy. Perfect sense of smell makes this dog universal: it can equally well drive a beast, and go along its bloody track. Hunting specialization Marriage is the persecution not only of foxes and hares, but also of deer. Muscular, low (34-42 cm at the withers), stocky dog with thick hard hair. The hue of the color varies from dark red to black-brown. Some varieties of hair color (rusty and brown) allow the dogs to have white and black spots of different locations. Redheads have a white strip on the back of the nose and neck, spots on the abdomen and paws, and a white collar on the chest. Black spots and patches are permissible for red and brown marriages (above eye level, at the edges of the ears, on the muzzle, along the back and on the tail). The reason for disqualification is the presence of the dog's black, chocolate and gray-blue color.
Nature of the breed
Like other hunting breeds, alpine marriage is not very comfortable in a city apartment. First of all, it is a dog-hunter, and only then a pet. It is no accident that marriages are most popular in the hunting environment. Very mobile and hardy, they need regular walks in the fresh air. The absence of such, as well as constant physical exertion can cause a violation of the physical and mental health of the animal.
There is an opinion that Alpine marriage is a fairly aggressive and harsh dog. Indeed, such qualities are peculiar to this breed somewhat more than others. However, often this behavior of the animal has a certain ground, so if the dog suddenly began to behave angrily, it is necessary to first find the reason for such drastic changes. In general, to prevent this from happening, one must take up the education of the animal as soon as possible. It should be remembered that the Alpine marriage is a very self-willed and unruly dog, so when training it is necessary to show maximum patience and perseverance, however, excessive aggression towards the dog will only hinder and spoil its character. Tact and respect in conjunction with love and affection will help bring up an obedient and faithful pet that can become a reliable protector of all family members.
The dog requires close attention from the owner and very much misses him if he is too long absent. Despite its instinct for conqueror and intolerance of other animals, including domestic animals, people remain good-natured and non-aggressive towards people. The best Alpine marriage is suitable for those families in which, besides him, there are no other pets.
Features of care
The corresponding content guarantees the dog a lifetime of up to 10-12 years. The breed itself is rather unpretentious, it is distinguished by strong health and undemanding. Even the thick wool, which has an alpine marriage, does not require special care, it is enough just to regularly comb it out.