Lithuanian Hound

[2] In the 19th century, authors described up to five different local breeds or types of hounds used for hunting in Lithuania.

[2][4] The breed was first mentioned in written sources in 1541 when a forester from Hrodna sued over a stolen hound.

[4] Once a popular breed in Lithuania, the population decreased to 78 individuals after World War II.

It has a short black coat with some brown on snout, chest, ears, forehead.

The feet are straight, strong and round, with compact toes, helping it be a fast, very agile, and determined pursuer.

[1] In June 2011, during a city festival, a sculpture of the Lithuanian Hound was unveiled in Telšiai.

[9] In May 2015, a sculpture of three hounds by Rimantas Keturka and Feliksas Volčakas was unveiled near the Vilnius Castle Complex.