At a glance the quick version
FCI figures. UKC gives 28-36 kg (62-80 lb) for males and 22-28 kg (48-62 lb) for females.
Coat and looks how to spot one
wire coat in three layers
A strong, medium-built pointer with a noble outline. Its weatherproof coat has three layers: a short, soft undercoat, a harsh topcoat of a few centimetres and longer guard hairs. A bushy beard and upward-sweeping eyebrows give the face its famous whiskery look, and the feet are webbed for water work.13
Personality what they are like
A keen, clever working dog that is also gentle and devoted at home. It learns quickly, likes having a job to do and is usually patient with children and other animals when raised with them.14
Daily activity how busy a day looks
High. A true all-round gundog that is happiest with daily running, swimming, retrieving or scent work.13
Grooming and care the hands-on bits
Moderate. Brush the wiry coat weekly and tidy the beard after meals and swims; occasional hand-stripping keeps the coat in good texture.41
Home where they are happiest
Suits an active, outdoorsy household with space to roam and regular access to fields or water.1
Company who they like around
Very people-oriented and devoted to its owner; it enjoys working and spending time alongside the family.14
The story where it all began
Before the First World War this was the most widespread pointing dog in the Czech and Slovak lands. Its numbers fell sharply by the 1920s, and breeders rebuilt it from the remaining dogs through careful planned matings. It was accepted by the FCI in the 1960s and is again one of the leading hunting breeds at home.132
Fun facts for the dinner table
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'Fousek' comes from the Czech word for whiskers, a nod to the breed's beard and moustache.2
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The coat has three distinct layers, with guard hairs reaching about 5-7 cm.1
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It ranks as the second most common hunting breed in its homeland.3
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The breed helped lay the foundations of the Slovak Rough-haired Pointer.2
Recognised by the official bits
- FCI
- Standard No. 245, Group 7 (pointing dogs); standard dated 19631
- UKC
- Recognised 1 January 1996, Gun Dog Group3
The care rhythm Furry Diary remembers it for you
A typical home-care rhythm for a Český fousek. It is our own starting plan, not a vet's advice, and you can change every line in the app.
- Brushingevery week
- Bathevery 8 weeks
- Nail trimSooner if you hear clicking on the floorevery month
- Ear checkFloppy ears trap moisture, so check and dry themevery week
- Teeth brushingDaily brushing is idealevery 2 days
- ExerciseDaily walks and playevery day
- Flea, tick and worm protectionSchedule as your vet recommendsas your vet recommends
- Vet check-upSenior years usually start around age 7every year
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- FCI Standard No. 245 Cesky Fousek fci.beused for origin, recognition, size, coat, colours, temperament, history
- Český fousek - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.orgused for other names, history, fun facts
- Cesky Fousek - United Kennel Club ukcdogs.comused for recognition, weight, coat, history, fun facts
- Český Fousek - Royal Canin royalcanin.comused for lifespan, grooming, temperament
Checked 2026-09-30. Text is written in our own words from these sources.