Stabyhoun
Versatile, affectionate, and eager to please, this breed thrives as a loving family companion. Gentle with children, the Stabyhoun stands out for loyalty and adaptability.
Breed Characteristics
Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.
HEIGHT
50–53 cm (male)
48–50 cm (female)
WEIGHT
18–27 kg (male)
16–23 kg (female)
LIFE EXPECTANCY
13–15 years
Stabyhoun: Breed snapshot
Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance
Key Breed Characteristics
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Species
Canis lupus familiaris
Diet
Omnivore
"A Stabyhoun isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."
Temperament & personality
Understanding Stabyhoun's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.
Personality Overview
The Stabyhoun is known for its gentle, friendly, and loyal temperament, making it well-suited for family life and social environments. It is typically patient and good with children.
Key Personality Traits
Gentle and welcoming with people and pets
Quick learner, responds well to training
Needs regular activity and mental stimulation
Enjoys games and interactive activities
Adjusts well to different living situations
Strengths
- Gentle with children and family members
- Highly trainable and eager to please
- Adaptable to various living environments
- Naturally clean and low odor
- Strong retrieving and hunting instincts
Challenges
- Needs significant daily physical exercise
- Can develop separation anxiety if left alone
- Prone to stubbornness without consistent training
- Sheds seasonally and requires regular grooming
- May chase wildlife due to hunting drive
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Intelligence & exercise needs
Stabyhouns are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.
🧠 Intelligence & training
Trainability
Quick learner
Overall rating
The Stabyhoun is an intelligent breed that learns quickly and responds well to positive reinforcement training. Consistency and patience help achieve the best results with this eager-to-please dog.
Trainable Tasks:
🏃 Exercise & energy levels
Daily Exercise
60–90 minutes daily
recommended per day
This breed has moderate to high energy levels and needs regular physical exercise along with mental stimulation. Daily walks, playtime, and interactive activities help keep the Stabyhoun healthy and content.
Recommended Activities:
Is this breed right for you?
Stabyhouns are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Stabyhoun would fit well in your home.
First-time Owner
Gentle, eager to please, but needs consistent training and regular exercise
Apartment Living
Needs space and frequent activity, can become restless in small apartments
Active Lifestyle
Loves physical activity and thrives with active families or individuals
Kids
Patient, affectionate, and usually gentle with young children
Multiple Pets
Generally sociable and gets along with other pets when properly introduced
Being Left Alone
Dislikes being left alone for long periods and may develop separation issues
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