The Wetterhoun is a large, muscular dog breed with a thick, wavy coat that is typically black, brown, or fawn in color. They are known for their intelligence, loyalty, and strength, and were originally bred to hunt waterfowl in the Netherlands.
Wetterhoun
Also known as Frisian Water Dog, Dutch Spaniel, Otterhoun
Origin
- Country
- Netherlands
- Region
- Friesland
Group
- Foundation Stock Service
Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Size
- Height
- Male 55–59 cm · Female 51–55 cm
- Weight
- 25–35 kg
Coat
- Type
- curly
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- black, brown, black and white, brown and white, black roan, brown roan
Traits
- independent, watchful, reserved with strangers, brave, loyal, strong-willed