The Otterhound is a big, shaggy breed with keen intelligent. They differ from other hounds for their webbed feet and tough double coat. These allow him to hunt on both water and land. Like other hounds, he has a strong sense of smell and doesn’t wear out easily – the Otterhound can go strong for hours and hours!
This breed has a big personality. Boisterous, affectionate and cheerful, he loves being part of a family and is great with children and other dogs.All dogs have their own personality and unique training, causing them to differ slightly from these breed stats. Please let us know if we made an error in the stats.
The Otterhound needs room to run and play. That makes them difficult to keep in a small apartment.
While Otterhounds prefer to be around their owners, they can do fairly well when left alone if necessary.
Otterhounds can be difficult around the rowdy behavior of a child. They should be watched very closely.
Otterhounds love other people and will often run up to them for affection. They quickly become friends with almost anyone.
Although Otterhounds will mostly get along with other dogs, they may have some issues that socialization can help.
As far as dogs go, Otterhounds bark an average amount. Expect barking to alert you, get attention, or react to strangers and other dogs.
Otterhounds shed a medium amount. They have seasonal shedding, but they aren't terrible to clean up after.
Otterhounds don't require very much grooming. Typical maintenance and baths are enough.
A Otterhound needs a moderate amount of exercise. Plan some walks or a game of fetch during the day.
Most Otterhounds are stubborn and take extra work to train. They can still learn, but it takes more effort.
Otterhounds do well in cold weather. You may need to protect their paws, but they handle colder climates well.
Although Otterhounds can tolerate hot conditions, don't expose them for too long.
