Key facts about the Otterhound
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Life expectancy :
Between 10 and 12 years
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Temperament :
Hunter
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Size :
Big
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Type of coat :
Long, Hard
FCI Group
FCI Group
Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
Section
Section 1 : Scent hounds
Physical characteristics of the Otterhound
Adult size
| Female dog |
Between 26 and 30 in
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| Male dog |
Between 24 and 26 in
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Weight
| Female dog |
Between 66 and 88 lb
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| Male dog |
Between 66 and 88 lb
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Temperament
Affectionate
Playful
Calm
Intelligent
Hunter
Fearful / wary of strangers
Independent
Behaviour of the Otterhound
Tolerates solitude
Easy to train / obedience
Barking
Tendency to run away
Destructive
Greedy / Gluttony
Guard dog
First dog
Lifestyle
Otterhound in a flat
Need for exercise / Sporty
Travelling / easy to transport
Compatibility
Otterhound and cats
Otterhound and dogs
Otterhound and children
Otterhound and the elderly
Health of the Otterhound
Strong / robust
Withstand heat
Withstand cold
Tendency to put on weight
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