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Otterhound

adult otterhound dog
Otterhound
adult otterhound dog
    height of an otterhound
group: hound / scenthound height: m 27" / 68.6 cm
f 24" / 61 cm
types: weight: m 115 lbs / 52.16 kg
f 80 lbs / 36.3 kg
colors: any
physical traits: vocal
hair type: long, shaggy, harsh topcoat, woolly undercoat
personality/
temperament:
good-natured, amiable, even-tempered, energetic, like to explore, boisterous, cheerful disposition, independent and stubborn when near water
maintenance/
special needs:

brush regularly, sheds, needs exercise, fence, lots of food, regular ear care
nickname:  
origination: British Isles
bred for: hunting otter in cold water, pack dog
identifying traits:  
ideal for: family, other pets, companionship, outdoors, cooler climates
good with kids? yes
of interest: webbed feet  
life expectancy: 12 yrs  
kennel clubs: akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(hound dog group), fci-(large size scenthound dog group), ukc-(scenthound dog group), jkc-(sheepdog/cattle dog group), ckc
     
     
 
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