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Otterhound

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Key Takeaways

  • Large breed belonging to the Hunting Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Heavy shedder that requires frequent grooming and regular coat maintenance.

Quick Facts

Group

Hunting Dogs

Size

Large

Life Span

10-12 years

Popularity

#186

Puppy Price

$500-$600

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Frequent

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

Otter Dog
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⚖️Otterhound Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Training Difficulty:Highly trainable, great for first-time owners

  • Child Compatibility:Excellent with children, patient and gentle

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Grooming Requirements:High grooming needs, regular professional care

  • Shedding Level:Heavy shedding requires frequent grooming

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$500-$600

If you choose to purchase the Otterhound, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Otterhound for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Otterhound gets to a happy place.

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Availability

4/5

Availability

Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get. Maybe there is some risk of overbreeding, as it is a popular breed.

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History

According to researchers the Otterhound, one of the most ancient of the British breeds, was developed in England to hunt otters. The references to this breed date back to the 12th century and at the time it was greatly loved by the nobility and also by several British Kings such as King John (1199-1

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Otterhound is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Otterhound requires extensive grooming, including regular professional grooming sessions.

The Otterhound sheds heavily year-round and requires frequent grooming to manage loose hair.

The Otterhound is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

highly trainable and eager to please, making the Otterhound ideal for first-time dog owners who want a responsive companion.

The Otterhound is excellent with children, patient and gentle, making it a perfect family companion.

The Otterhound is generally good with other dogs when properly socialized.

The Otterhound demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

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Otterhound Comments, Reviews and Questions

zippy

2020-05-12

super fun and easy to train

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