Drever
Temperament
Loyal, Determined, Even-tempered
[3]A Swedish deer-tracking hound
The FCI standard traces the Drever to the small Westphalian Dachsbracke brought to Sweden in 1910, where the short-legged hound became known for tracking deer. The Swedish variety was named Drever in 1947 and recognized as a Swedish breed in 1953.
[1]Long body and short legs
The Drever is long in body and fairly short on the legs, with strength and robustness valued over elegance or speed. The FCI standard describes a deep chest and well-developed muscles, suited to tracking work in Swedish terrain and climate.
[1]Close, harsh coat and white markings
The coat is harsh, straight and close to the body, shorter on the head, ears and lower legs and longer over the neck and back. Colors with white markings are allowed, while predominantly white, merle and liver-brown coats are excluded by the standard.
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