The Otterhound is a large and athletic breed of dog that was originally bred in England for hunting otters. They are intelligent, playful, and affectionate, and make excellent companion dogs.
Otterhound
Also known as Otter Hound
Origin
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Era
- Medieval period
Group
- Hound
Lifespan
- 10–13 years
Size
- Height
- Male 61–69 cm · Female 58–66 cm
- Weight
- Male 34–52 kg · Female 29–45 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- grizzle, sandy, red, wheaten, blue, white, liver, black and tan, blue and tan, black and cream, tan and liver, tan and white
Traits
- amiable, boisterous, even-tempered, affectionate, inquisitive, persevering