Endowed with a robust physique and a serious, even severe appearance, the Bosnian Coarse-haired Hound is nevertheless a happy dog. His dark appearance is totally deceptive.
Height
Between 46 and 58 cm (18.11 to 22.83 inches) for the male
Between 46 and 58 cm (18.11 to 22.83 inches) for the female
Weight
Between 16 and 24 kg (35.27 to 52.91 pounds) for the male
Between 16 and 24 kg (35.27 to 52.91 pounds) for the female
Color
The color of his coat can vary between reddish-yellow, wheat-yellow, earth-grey or blackish-grey. White patches are allowed on the tip of the tail, the lower parts of the legs, chest, head in the shape of stripes or stars and under the neck. Sometimes, the colors are grouped together in a bicolor or tricolor pattern.
Hair
His long, harsh, shaggy coat is completely disheveled and has no undercoat.
Morphology
The weight of an adult male or female ranges between 16 to 24 kg (35 to 53 pounds). His head has a slightly convex forehead and a gentle sloped stop. His large, slender ears are rounded and hanging. His nose, with wide nostrils, is dark brown or completely black. His tail is a little curved and reaches or slightly exceeds the hock.
According to the FCI breeds nomenclature, this breed belongs to group 6, section 1 and is #155