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Otterhound
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Good with other dogs
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| Overview: | The Otterhound is a very large and strong dog, so it needs a lot of exercise space. They love people, however, and have a gregarious and energetic personality. |
| Breed Group: | Hound |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 115, female: 80 |
| Height (in): | male: 27, female: 24 |
| Colors: | Any. |
| Coat: | The outer coat is dense, rough, coarse and crisp, of broken appearance, 2-4" long on the back. The water-resistant undercoat is short, wooly and slightly oily. |
| Character: | Otterhounds are intelligent, affectionate, and lively. |
| Temperament: | This breed is usually friendly to people, other dogs, household pets, and children. |
| Care: | The Otterhound should not be clipped because it will ruin the natural look of the coat; The Otterhound's coat requires weekly brushing or combing. |
| Training: | This breed requires a very soft, but consistent approach during training. They are not well-known as obedient dogs, so be patient. |
| Activity: | The Otterhound needs plenty of exercise, but should be let off the leash only in an environment where it can be controlled. |
| Country of Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Health Issue: | This breed may be prone to hip dysplasia, thrombocytopenia, hemophilia, and bloat in some lines. |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |
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