Otterhound

The Otterhound has straight, flawless limbs. This large-sized dog has a solid silhouette that moves smoothly.

His noble and majestic gait shows his tenacity and great vigor.

The main characteristics of the Otterhound are his very harsh double coat and his large legs allowing him to easily take long strides.

He can live indoors and outdoors without any problem because his fleece protects him from heat and cold.

Height

Between 67 and 69 cm (26.38 to 27.17 inches) for the male
Between 67 and 69 cm (26.38 to 27.17 inches) for the female

Weight

Between 30 and 32 kg (66.14 to 70.55 pounds) for the male
Between 30 and 32 kg (66.14 to 70.55 pounds) for the female

Color

His dress can be of various colors.

Hair

His double layer of hair is hard, dense and waterproof.

Morphology

The color of his eyes generally matches the color of his coat.

His long, beautiful hanging ears are set at eye level and his large nose is black.

His tail is usually carried high. His majestic head is dome-shaped and has a clear stop.

According to the FCI breeds nomenclature, this breed belongs to group 1, section 1 and is #294