Otterhound
Resumen
The Otterhound is an ancient British breed, developed specifically for otter hunting in rivers and lakes. With a waterproof double coat, interdigital webbing, and an exceptional ability to track scents in water, it is one of the most specialized dog breeds in the world. After the ban on otter hunting in England in 1978, the breed entered severe decline and is today considered one of the most endangered in the world, with fewer than 600 estimated specimens.
Características físicas
- Tamaño
- Grande
- Altura (macho)
- 60–70 cm
- Altura (hembra)
- 58–65 cm
- Peso (macho)
- 36–54 kg
- Peso (hembra)
- 29–45 kg
- Esperanza de Vida
- 10–13 años
- Pelaje
- Double — woolly and waterproof undercoat; rough and dense outer coat
- Colores Comunes
- All hound colors; tricolor, sandy, tan, grizzle
Temperamento y personalidad
The Otterhound is a jovial, friendly, and affectionate dog, with an exuberant personality and an insatiable appetite for activity. It is very sociable with people and other dogs, and has a clownish personality that enchants its owners. However, it is stubborn and difficult to train outside of hunting contexts.
Actividad y ejercicio
- Nivel de Energía
- Alta
- Ejercicio Diario Recomendado
- 90–120 minutos
Aseo y cuidado
- Necesidad de aseo
- Moderada a alta
- Caída de pelo
- Moderada
- Frecuencia de Baño
- Cada 6–8 semanas
Salud
- Problemas de Salud Comunes
- Epilepsia
- Hemofilia A
- Displasia de cadera
- Trombocitopenia (trastorno plaquetario hereditario)
- Pruebas de Salud Recomendadas
- Prueba de coagulación
- Prueba genética de trombocitopenia
- Evaluación ortopédica
Compatibilidad
- Con Niños
- Excelente
- Con Otros Perros
- Excelente
- Para Dueños Principiantes
- No recomendado
