Hounds Dog Group - Otterhound

The strongly built British Otterhound probably evolved from foxhounds and other hunting dogs.

Coat: Long, about 2 in, dense, rough, and harsh, but not wiry.

Color: All hound colors.

Features: Clean, very imposing head; intelligent eyes; long, pendulous cars-a unique feature of the breed-set on level with corner of eyes; deep chest with fairly deep well-sprung rib-cage; tail (stern) set on high, carried up when alert or moving.

Size: Height: dogs 24-27 in, bitches 23-26 in. Weight: dogs 75-115 lb, bitches 66-100 lb.

Care: Can be kenneled outdoors, though many Otterhounds do live indoors. Needs a lot of exercise. Its rough coat should be groomed once a week, and the dog needs to be bathed as necessary.

Character: Amiable, but stubborn. Can be somewhat destructive within the household if undisciplined.