The Istrian Short-haired Hound (Croatian: istarski kratkodlaki gonič) is a breed of dog from Istria in Croatia, descended from a very old type of scenthound.
The Istrian Short-haired Hound has a short, smooth, glossy, hard coat, primarily white with sparse patches of orange.
[1] The ideal height for an adult dog is 50 cm (19.5 in) at the withers and weight is about 18 kg (40 lb); females are slightly smaller.
[2] The cry or baying while hunting (important for a scenthound) is described as persistent and sharp.
It is also recognised in the scenthound group in North America by the United Kennel Club.