Kromfohrländer, A Young And Friendly Race
Considered one of the youngest breeds in Germany, the Kromfohrländer is a medium-sized pet, ideal for families and homes with limited space.
Kromfohrländer’s recent origins
The standards for this breed were set in Germany in 1955, thanks to a resident of the Siegen area in Westphalia named Ilse Schleifenbaum. He lived in a place near the one called ‘Krom Fohr’, which would give this animal its name, the Kromfohrländer.
This breed originated shortly after World War II, descended from the smooth-haired Fox Terrier and the Great griffon of the Vendee, from whom it inherited its affable temperament. Its ancestors are believed to have been regular companion dogs to American troops stationed in Germany during World War II.
Characteristics and morphology
The International Cynological Federation classifies this breed in group nine of companion animals. It is a medium-sized dog, whose coat can be presented in both the hard and smooth variety.
The tail of the Kromfohrländer is medium in size and can be saber-shaped, although the pattern also accepts it curled . The color of the tail must match that of the coat, and it is recommended not to amputate, by law, in some countries, amputation of animals for aesthetic purposes is prohibited in accordance with the European Convention for the Protection of Animals 1977.
As for height, males usually range between 38 and 46 centimeters, with a small difference with females, which are a little smaller. The weight usually reaches 16 kilos in males and 14 kilos in females.
Its coat can be presented in both the hard and smooth variety and, respectively, can present the following characteristics:
- Hard hair has a rough texture and usually results in a beard. In the region of the cross and on the back it reaches seven centimeters, and on the sides it reaches three centimeters. The inner layer is shorter and less rough.
- The by smooth, usually they are more glued to the body and has a soft texture. It is longer in the ear, neck and chest area. The hairs on the face and muzzle are shorter.
As for the color of the hair, this is usually characterized by a white background with irregular spots, which oscillate between light brown, reddish and dark. Over the eyes and ears, these spots are symmetrically distributed and separated by an elongated point, which can reach the back of the neck.
Temperament and training of the Kromfohrländer
This pet stands out for its great adaptability and for showing an intense love and loyalty to its owner. Many describe this breed as docile and with a great capacity for learning.
Kromfohrländer also has a slight dependence on its owner, so it prefers to stay at home with family rather than outside in the garden. His strong attachment to his family also makes him suspicious of strangers.
Alert in nature, it can even serve as a guard dog, despite not facing an aggressive breed. A well-trained and properly socialized specimen will neither bark much nor be shy.
The Kromfohrländer is an intelligent dog that responds to training sessions with positive reinforcement, ie those that reward the animal instead of punishing it for failure. It requires continuous and consistent training that produces more than satisfactory results.
After training, this breed usually performs well in competitive or agile canine sports, as it loves to spend time with its owner, with whom it will maintain a special relationship throughout life.
