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Stabyhoun
Sporting breed from Friesland, Netherlands
Breed overview
Reviewed · Database recordAbout the Stabyhoun
The Stabyhoun is a medium-sized sporting dog from the Friesland province of the Netherlands. It has a long, black and white coat and is known for its gentle, intelligent, calm, loyal, friendly, and devoted temperament. Individual dogs may vary in behavior. The breed is one of the rarest in the world and is considered a Dutch national treasure. Its recognition status varies by registry. Estimated adult weight is 20–25 kg for both sexes, and estimated adult height is 51–55 cm for both sexes. Lifespan is not provided in the available facts.
Quick facts
Stabyhoun at a glance
Sizemedium
Breed groupSporting
OriginFriesland, Netherlands
LifespanPending
Male weight20–25 kilogram
Female weight20–25 kilogram
Male height51–55 centimetre
Female height51–55 centimetre
Origin and history
Where the breed comes from
The Stabyhoun was developed in the Friesland province of the Netherlands in the 1800s. It was bred as a versatile farm dog, used for pointing, retrieving game, and controlling vermin. The breed is one of the rarest in the world and is considered a Dutch national treasure. Its exact history beyond these facts is not detailed in the available information.
Physical characteristics
Structured dataSize, build and coat
Female
20–25 kilogramAdult weight51–55 centimetreAdult heightCoat typesLongCoat colorsBlack and whiteRecognitionvaries by registryData methodai assisted draft
Temperament
Typical breed tendencies
Gentleintelligentcalmloyalfriendlydevoted
Breed tendencies are general guidance. Individual behavior depends on genetics, socialization, training, health and environment.
Exercise, training and maintenance
1–5 methodologyDaily care profile
Moderate compared with other breeds
Typically responsive to training
Moderate compared with other breeds
Moderate compared with other breeds
Family suitability
Home and household fit
Supervise every dog–child interaction.
Introductions and socialization still matter.
Exercise, enrichment and noise tolerance affect fit.
Climate suitability
Modelled tendency · medium confidence
Modelled tendency · medium confidence
Modelled tendency · medium confidence
A general morphology-based tendency. Individual dogs still require shade, shelter, water, acclimation and weather-appropriate activity. Method: climate-morphology-v1.
Health overview
Veterinary sources requiredHealth considerations
No Stabyhoun-specific screening programme or peer-reviewed disorder-prevalence study is currently attached to this profile. This is not evidence that the breed has no health risks. Owners should use routine preventive veterinary care and discuss screening appropriate to the individual dog's history, examination and family line.
Feeding overview
Nutrition and feeding
Research in progress
Reviewed feeding guidance will appear after an approved source is imported and editorially reviewed.
Decision support
Potential advantages and challenges
Potential advantages
- Typically responsive to consistent training.Supported by trainabilityScore: 4
- Can be a strong family match when socialized and supervised.Supported by childSuitability: 4
- Commonly described as loyal.Supported by temperaments.loyal: true
Potential challenges
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Stabyhoun puppy growth
Modeled estimates
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Adult male weight20–25 kilogramAdult female weight20–25 kilogramGrowth modeladult-range-size-model-v1
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions
What is the size and lifespan of a Stabyhoun?
The Stabyhoun is a medium-sized breed. Estimated adult weight is 20–25 kg for both males and females, and estimated adult height is 51–55 cm for both sexes. Lifespan is not provided in the available facts.
What is the temperament of a Stabyhoun?
The breed is described as gentle, intelligent, calm, loyal, friendly, and devoted. However, individual dogs may vary in behavior.
How much exercise does a Stabyhoun need?
The breed has an energy score of 3 out of 5, indicating moderate exercise needs. As a sporting breed originally used for hunting and farm work, regular physical activity is important.
What are the grooming requirements for a Stabyhoun?
The Stabyhoun has a long coat and a grooming score of 3 out of 5, suggesting moderate grooming needs. Shedding is also rated 3 out of 5, so regular brushing is recommended.
Is a Stabyhoun good for families with children or other dogs?
Child suitability is rated 4 out of 5, and dog compatibility is rated 4 out of 5, indicating the breed generally gets along well with children and other dogs. However, individual temperaments can vary.
Can a Stabyhoun live in an apartment?
Apartment suitability is rated 3 out of 5, suggesting it may be possible but not ideal. The breed has moderate energy and may benefit from access to a yard or regular outdoor exercise.
Where does the Stabyhoun originate from?
The Stabyhoun originates from the Friesland province of the Netherlands. It was developed in the 1800s as a versatile farm dog.
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