Hounds are one of the oldest breeds of dogs, the main difference of which is their ringing voice and the ability to pursue prey, helping hunters drive and catch it. When naming hound puppies, people have long followed certain historical traditions. But you can avoid references to history and choose a nickname for your four-legged friend who appears in the house based on your own preferences.
So far unnamed babies
Popular nicknames
There is a list of particularly popular names for hound dogs. If you prefer to keep it simple, we suggest using the list of the most famous dog names.
Popular girls dogs:
- Alexa;
- Paw;
- Gala;
- Toffee;
- Kira;
- Bertha;
- Ursula;
- Bagheera;
- Zarya;
- Bagryanka;
- Viola;
- Bimka;
- Weasel.
Popular dogs boys:
- Space;
- Archie;
- Loyal;
- Gordy;
- Joker;
- Felix;
- Makar;
- Alf;
- Leader;
- Albert;
- Buddy;
- Jack;
- Leroy.
Lovely Gordy.
Beautiful and rare Russian names
History says that the homeland of hound dogs is Russia, so when choosing a nickname for your pet, you can refer to the list of ancient Russian names. Such a name will emphasize the origin of your dog and will sound very beautiful.
Russian girls:
- Alevtina;
- Varvara;
- Lukerya;
- Bogdana;
- Yesenia;
- Yarina;
- Vasilisa;
- Zlata;
- Clara;
- Aksinya;
- Pelagia;
- Muse;
- Vitalina;
- Iolanta;
- Juno;
- Nymphodora;
- Aurora;
- Taisiya;
- Miroslava;
- Virinea;
- Bozena;
- Matryona;
- Antonida;
- Tsvetana;
- Ilyana;
- Vikentia;
- Fun;
- Glad;
- Yaroslav.
Russian boys:
- Zakhar;
- Prokhor;
- Ignatius;
- Hermann;
- Arseny;
- Vianor;
- Bogdan;
- Nicodemus;
- Onuphry;
- Panteleimon;
- Spiridon;
- Terenty;
- Ustin;
- Florenty;
- Zinovy;
- Lavrenty;
- Onesimus;
- Kuzma;
- Plato;
- Hippolytus;
- Boreslav;
- Arkhip;
- Vsevolod;
- Lukyan;
- Svetozar;
- Dormidont;
- Ermolai;
- Irakli;
- Lavrenty;
- Methodius;
- Demyan;
- Kondrat;
- Thomas;
- Yaropolk.
Beautiful Yesenia.
Nicknames from the animal world
To distinguish themselves by originality, the owners of their four-legged friend can take the name of any other animal, bird, fish or insect as a basis for the name. Here you can focus on your pet’s habits, its external resemblance to a particular animal, or simply make a choice at random.
Interesting names for girls:
- Crow;
- Fox;
- Squirrel;
- Pike;
- Otter;
- Caterpillar;
- Titmouse;
- Piranha;
- Weasel;
- Pony;
- Heron;
- Shark;
- Herring;
- Horse;
- Roach;
- Vobla;
- Butterfly;
- Muskrat;
- Jackdaw;
- Cat.
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Original names for boys:
- Arctic fox;
- Wolf;
- Hare;
- Acne;
- Halibut;
- Gelding;
- Raccoon;
- Swan;
- Penguin;
- Whale;
- Zander;
- Manul;
- Grasshopper;
- Hamster;
- Bullfinch;
- Bear;
- Bug;
- Hippopotamus;
- Dinosaur;
- Crow.
Snow White Arctic Fox.
The "fastest" nicknames
For dogs that are very nimble and fast by nature, nicknames that will characterize the speed of your pet are suitable.
Nimble girls:
- Storm;
- Storm;
- Speed;
- Power;
- Agility;
- Beagle.
Fast boys:
- Vortex;
- Hurricane;
- Tornado;
- Jaguar;
- Breeze;
- Cheetah.
Swift Storm.
Selection by pedigree
Choosing names for hunting dogs based on pedigree is quite difficult. Why? Because the dog is named by the breeder. But if the future owner is familiar with him and wants to make a contribution, 99% of 100 breeders will not resist. It’s easier for them; they don’t have to rack their brains to come up with the next nickname for a hunting dog.
What is important to know? Hunting dogs are named based on the first letter of the mother's name. If these are her first puppies
The bitch's name is Alma. This means that her first descendants can be called:
Aiza, Anka, Aika, Aili, Anika, Asta, Astra, Ares, Aron, Arik, Art, Arn.
The second litter will start with the letter "B". And so on.
What if the bitch’s name, for example, is Sunny? Then her babies (the first) will be called:
Soldi, Solga, Saint, San, Sanoi, Serri.
Funny nicknames
If you want your pet to have the most unique and unforgettable nickname, we suggest you get creative and call it the first word that comes to mind. It can be anything from a profession and a household item to the name of a plant to a favorite character.
Funny dogs girls:
- Mop;
- Nettle;
- Lilac;
- Mafioso;
- Nightstand;
- Teacher;
- Linden;
- Helga;
- Keyboard;
- Curtain;
- Mayan;
- Skimmer;
- Chandelier.
Funny dogs boys:
- Tankman;
- Locksmith;
- Laptop;
- Burdock;
- Raskolnikov;
- Ottoman;
- Dentist;
- Kettle;
- Poplar;
- Broom;
- Teacher;
- Potter;
- Plantain.
Funny Teapot.
Character traits
As a rule, a vyzhlovka gives birth to 4 to 12 puppies.
The first heat in a hound occurs at the age of 6–10 months. It is necessary to knit a dog closer to the second year of life. By this time, the body will get stronger and the likelihood of having unhealthy offspring will sharply decrease. The optimal period for mating is the 11th–13th day from the start of estrus. It is recommended to breed dogs in the male territory and do this on an empty stomach in the morning. Control mating is carried out after 72 hours.
Pregnancy of the hatchling lasts from 62 to 65 days. During this period, the dog should not be allowed to be lazy; minor loads will only benefit it. Two weeks before giving birth, it is necessary to switch the bitch to a light diet (broth, vegetables, yogurt). A few days before the appearance of the offspring, the place should be prepared. You can place the cardboard box in a warm room and cover it with disposable diapers.
To avoid complications, inexperienced breeders should entrust the birth to a veterinarian. In order for the offspring to be healthy, no more than four puppies are left near the new mother. The rest should be given to another bitch who has recently whelped.
"Appetizing" names
It would be original to name your pet something tasty. The choice may fall on any product or ready-made dish. You can take as a basis something that you really love, or just choose the first yummy thing that comes to mind.
Delicious dogs girls:
- Buckwheat;
- Chocolate;
- Flour;
- Carbonara;
- Buzhenina;
- Shawarma;
- Curdled milk;
- Salt;
- Cutlet;
- Ham;
- Bun;
- Charlotte;
- Herring;
- Lasagna;
- Carbonara;
- Fried egg;
- Sausage;
- Adjika;
- Paste;
- Dolma;
- Lavrushka;
- Shurpa;
- Solyanka;
- Melon.
Delicious dogs boys:
- Cake;
- Mousse;
- Loaf;
- Cheese;
- Falafel;
- Kefir;
- Shashlik;
- Mayonnaise;
- Dranik;
- Poached;
- Cheesecake;
- Bagel;
- Donut;
- Rice;
- Sugar;
- Hummus;
- Beshbarmak;
- Khinkal;
- Pilaf;
- Rassolnik;
- Steak;
- Burger;
- Pepper;
- Watermelon.
Sweet donut.
Interesting fact! Besides their speed, the most distinctive feature of hound dogs is their sonorous voice. Surprisingly, hounds use different voices to let hunters know what kind of animal they smelled and who they were chasing. Thus, a rare bark indicates a hunt for a hare, a smooth and clear bark indicates the pursuit of a fox, and a loud bark indicates a race for a wolf.
Description of appearance
The body weight of representatives of the breed ranges from 15 to 20 kilograms. The height at the withers for males (extreme dogs) is within 45-52 centimeters, the elongation is about 110 centimeters. The height of bitches (vyzhlov) varies from 42 to 45 centimeters, and their elongation is about 112 centimeters.
Exterior description:
- elongated head, domed skull;
- large nose black or brown, lips compressed;
- long ears, rounded at the ends;
- medium-sized almond-shaped eyes;
- muscular neck of medium length;
- strong body, wide back;
- barrel chest;
- long, muscular limbs with oval paws;
- saber-shaped tail that tapers towards the end.
The coat is shiny, hard and even, lying close to the body. The undercoat is poorly developed. The tail looks thick because it has the thickest fur.
The following colors of the Estonian Hound are allowed by the standard:
| Color | Photo |
| Black and piebald | |
| Brown piebald | |
| Cheprachny |
Black spots or blotches on the white coat are considered a fault of the breed.
"Musical" nicknames
If the owners are interested in music, this may serve as an idea when choosing a nickname for their four-legged friend. You can name your pet a musical instrument or give it the name of your favorite singer.
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Musical girls:
- Britney;
- Madonna;
- Harp;
- Balalaika;
- Vaenga;
- Violin;
- Monroe;
- Cello;
- Plate;
- Note;
- Pipe;
- Selena;
- Harmonic;
- Rihanna;
- Houston;
- Loboda;
- Dudka;
- Marraya;
- Shakira;
- Streisand;
- Flute;
- Mandolin;
- Adele;
- Lopez;
- Celine;
- Glucose;
- Octave;
- Minnelli;
- Serduchka;
- Guitar.
Musical boys:
- Accordion;
- Jackson;
- Strauss;
- Piano;
- Scooter;
- Asher;
- Drum;
- Accordion;
- Wonder;
- Enrique;
- Timberlake;
- Bieber;
- Marley;
- Hendrix;
- Aksent;
- Bassoon;
- McCartney;
- Schubert;
- Eminem;
- Presley;
- Saxophone;
- Alto;
- Trombone;
- Clarinet;
- DJ;
- Beethoven;
- Harpsichord;
- Osborne;
- Snoop;
- Tambourine;
- Music stand.
Delicate Harp.
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Health
Estonian hounds live no more than 12-13 years. The dog has a strong immune system, but can suffer from various diseases. To keep your pet healthy, you must adhere to the following rules:
- Vaccinate the animal annually.
- Have a routine examination at a veterinary clinic several times a year.
- Give your pet anthelmintic drugs (Drontal, Prazicide) once every three months.
- From March to November, treat the fur against fleas and ticks (Advocate or Dana drops).
Beagles are prone to the following genetic diseases:
| Disease | Symptoms | Treatment |
| Hip dysplasia | Difficulty climbing stairs and limping | The disease is eliminated through surgery |
| Progressive retinal atrophy | Night blindness appears, the pupils are greatly dilated | The constant use of antioxidants prescribed by a veterinarian is practiced. The lens is replaced through surgery. |
| Congenital deafness | The dog does not respond to sounds and gets scared if approached from behind | The disease has no cure. These dogs are not allowed to be bred. |
The Estonian Hound is good-natured and not aggressive, so it can be an excellent companion for a novice dog breeder. To reduce the risk of genetic diseases, it is necessary to purchase a puppy with a pedigree from special nurseries.
