The Colombian fino hound (Sabueso fino Colombiano)  is a typical dog breed from Colombia,  the hunting dog of  Colombian peasants, distributed throughout the country with a traceable history for over 200 years, was selected by  functionality and adaptability to the Colombian landscape. General appearance: Typical 'howling' dog with long ears and tail; passionate hunters, rustic of medium size and rectangular proportions. Coat is short and comes in a variation of colours.Cranial region: Head shape is harmonious and in proportion to the body. Quarters (flanks) should be short.Croup: Average length with a tendency to be higher than the withers.Chest: Moderately wide with a noticeable prow. Should descend to the elbows. Ribs moderately arched and extending well back.Underline: Defined tuck up.Tail: Very long, thin and tapering towards the end. There are two types of coat; short and rough (bearded). The short-coated variety comprises two types of coat. The variety which has been developed and used in areas of the country with hot weather have a short, straight, shiny coat.