Hellenic Hound Grooming Profile

Hellenic Hound are considered to have moderate allergy-friendly tendencies. They possess a smooth/short coat that has moderate shedding. Their grooming needs are easy.

Allergy-friendly: 4 / 10

Adult Hellenic Hounds are medium-sized scenthounds with a strong, athletic build. Males typically stand between 18.5 and 21.5 inches at the shoulder, while females are slightly smaller, usually ranging from 17 to 20.5 inches. Their well-proportioned, lean frame is built for endurance and agility in rugged terrain.

Shedding: 6 / 10

Hellenic Hounds have a short, dense coat that needs only weekly brushing to stay in good shape and manage shedding. This Greek scenthound is a genuinely low-fuss breed to groom, with most of its upkeep going toward exercise and mental stimulation instead of coat care.

Grooming need: 7 / 10

Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are generally considered low-maintenance in grooming due to their "wash-and-wear" coats that only require weekly brushing. However, they are high-maintenance regarding training and exercise, demanding consistent leadership, early socialization, and daily activity to manage their large size and powerful, working-breed nature.

Low-maintenance: 3 / 10

Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are a large, powerful breed with a sturdy build. Adult males typically stand 25.5 to 28.5 inches tall and weigh 115 to 140 pounds, while females reach 23.5 to 27 inches and 85 to 110 pounds. These gentle giants reach full height by 18 months but fill out until age three.

Size: 10 / 10

Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs typically reach their full adult height between 15 and 18 months of age. As a large breed, they mature slowly and continue to fill out, gaining muscle mass and physical substance until they are approximately 2 to 3 years old.

Growth timeline: 6 / 10

Adult Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs typically require 4 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals to prevent bloat. As a large, powerful breed, they need a diet rich in protein and joint-supporting nutrients to maintain muscle mass and skeletal health while preventing obesity.

Feeding amount: 9 / 10

Adult Hellenic Hounds are medium-sized scenthounds with a strong, athletic build. Males typically stand between 18.5 and 21.5 inches at the shoulder, while females are slightly smaller, usually ranging from 17 to 20.5 inches. Their well-proportioned, lean frame is built for endurance and agility in rugged terrain.

Puppy feeding frequency: 6 / 10