AmiableBoisterousEven-tempered
Hound Group — Origin: England
Otterhound
A large-sized hound-group dog known for being amiable and boisterous.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 30–52 kg
- Lifespan
- 10–13 yrs
Strength
3
Stamina
5
Trainability
6
Friendliness
9
At a mid-life age of 11.5 years, this breed is roughly
73.9 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
- Two meals a day to avoid bloat
- Glucosamine supplement as they age
What it does
- Daily walks and yard play
- Fetch in short bursts
- Casual obedience games
Habitat
Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a even-tempered streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.
Moderate exertion~80 min/day
Field note
Hailing from England, the Otterhound has been recognized as part of the Hound group for generations of purposeful breeding.