Originally used in England as a packhound to trail and kill otter that were said to interfere with trout and salmon fishing, the otterhound hunted its quarry on land and water. This required a combination of unique characteristics – most notably a rough double-coat, a large, sensitive nose and substantial webbed feet. Otter hunting is no longer allowed, however the otterhound is the same dog today as he was in the 19th century – a large dog with an imposing head, strong body and long striding movement, fit for a long day’s work, with an amiable, boisterous and even-tempered personality.
Otterhound
Hound
Meet the Otterhound
Breed Group:
Hound
Breed Personality:
Outgoing, Smart, Friendly, Sociable
Breed Specifics
Max Life Expectancy
(years): 13
(years): 13
Max Height
(inches): 27
(inches): 27
Max Weight
(lbs): 115
(lbs): 115
Main Breed Characteristics
Good with Children (3/5)
Good with Other Dogs (3/5)
Shedding (2/5)
Grooming Needs (2/5)
Coat Length (1/5)
Good with Strangers (4/5)
Playfulness (3/5)
Protectiveness (3/5)
Trainability (4/5)
Energy Level (3/5)
Barking Level (5/5)
Breed Variations
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