Otterhound

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:36
Last Updated on Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:57
O T T E R H O U N D ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Otterhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
045
Personality Snapshot
Bold and exuberant. Boisterous. Cheerful, loving and devoted; a good companion. Do not trust this dog around small non-canine pets.


Breed NameOtterhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)045
Points (out of 100)65
Dog Group TypeScenthound
DominanceLow
Obedience (Ease of Training)Average
AffectionVery High
Good with Kids (Source 1)Tolerable
Good With Kids (Source 2)Recommended for Older Children
Friendly with Other DogsGood
Friendly with Family PetsGood
Friendly with StrangersAwesome
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingGreat
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)6 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityGreat
Guard Dog AbilityTerrible
SizeLarge
Exercise RequirementsModerate
Jog Companion AbilityExcellent
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingNone
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life Span10 to 12 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Otterhound into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for 10 to 12 years of age as Otterhound pups can live between 10 to 12 years of age.

My Life as an Otterhound
Bold and exuberant. Boisterous. Cheerful, loving and devoted; a good companion. Do not trust this dog around small non-canine pets.

Home Environment
Not recommended for apartments. Best with a large yard.

Otterhound Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Otterhound

Otterhound Wiki

Where to buy a Otterhound : A Directory and Review
We are happy to provide a Breeder Directory and Pet Store Directory that offers breeders and pet stores an opportunity to promote their care and available dogs. We are equally pleased that we offer customers of these breeders / pet stores a way to vote, recommend, and rank each listing. To our knowledge, this is the first site to offer do this. So, begin your search for a Otterhound as a new member to your family the smart way.

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