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Otterhound Facts
- Group
- Hound
- Affiliations
- AKC, CKC, UKC
- Height
- 24" - 27"
- Weight
- 70-130 lbs.
- Lifespan
- 10 years | Add yours
- Exercise Requirement
- Training Requirement
- Grooming Requirement
- Colors
- Breed Characteristics
Alternate Names
none known
Origin
The Otterhound originated in Great Britain.
Date Of Origin
This breed has been in existence for at least a thousand years, however, it is not until Edward II (1307-1327) that there is any sort of description of the kind of dogs that made up a pack of Otterhounds.
History
This breed is believed to descend from dogs that date back to the 1100's and is probably related to the Bloodhound. It was originally developed for hunting otter, although this practice is now illegal. It was first imported in the U.S. in the 1900's.
Description
This is a large, powerful, straight limbed dog. It has a large, narrow head. The muzzle and skull are approximately the same length, and the nose is broad. It has dark, deep set eyes and long drop ears that fold as they fall. There is a deep chest and long, high set, tapered tail. The feet are large, well knuckled, and webbed. There is a double coat with a woolly, oily undercoat and a medium length, rough broken outer coat. It has a mustache and beard. It may be and hound color or combination of colors.
Temperament
This is a good natured, active, boisterous, and enthusiastic dog. It gets along with almost everyone including children and other dogs. It is vocal and may roam.
Uses
The otter, as this breeds name suggests, is this dog's preferred prey. The Otterhound has a sense of small so acute that it can small in the morning an otter that passed through the water the night before. Defying the cold and wet, it will dive into the water seeking its prey and its prey den.
Health Concerns
Bloat, bleeding disorders, hip dysplasia, seizures.
Additional Information
This breed does very well with an active family in a rural or suburban home.
Sources
The Howell Book Of Dogs
Publisher: Wiley Publishing Inc, 2007
Website: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/
Author: Liz Palika
Dog Bible
Publisher: BowTie Press, 2005
Website: http://www.bowtiepress.com/bowtie/
Authors: Kristin Meuh-Roe, Jarelle S. Stein
Simon & Schusters Guide to Dogs
Publisher: Simon & Schuster inc, 1980
Website: http://www.simonandschuster.com
Author: Elizabeth Meriwether Schuler
The New Encyclopedia of the Dog
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, 2000
Website: http://www.dk.com
Author: Bruce Fogle
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