Size
- Height
- 68.6–68.6 cm
- Weight
- 36.3–36.3 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 54 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
10.0–13.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
3/5
Trainability
4/5
Playfulness
3/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
5/5
Good with children
3/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
4/5
Compared against Finnish Lapphund
Care needs
Shedding
2/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
3/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Otterhound
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Otterhound get?
Adult Otterhounds typically stand 68.6–68.6 cm at the shoulder and weigh 52.2–52.2 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Otterhound?
Otterhounds usually live 10.0–13.0 years.
Is the Otterhound good with children?
Otterhounds sit mid-scale for children (3/5). Socialisation and the individual dog matter more than the breed average.
How much exercise does a Otterhound need?
Otterhounds are roughly a 3/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 54 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Otterhound KC recognised?
Yes — the Otterhound is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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