The Otterhound came under threat with the banning of otter hunting in 1978, however enthusiasts of the breed have kept it going – often with the use of pack hounds.
FACT SHEET
An outdoor-loving owner living in a rural area with plenty of space and possibly a lake.
Anyone wanting an easy-to-find puppy. In 2020, there were only 7 Otterhound puppies registered with the Kennel Club.
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United Kingdom
Large
People will amusingly say "You should put a saddle on it!"
High (Two hours or more)
Without sufficient mental and physical exercise will probably do the wall of death around the living room!
Spikey
If not hand stripped will go fluffy. If you don't pluck their fur in the old fashioned way they transform from spikey to soft.
Moderate shedding
All canines drop some hair, think of it as dog glitter!
10 years
No
Tailwise is consistently rated as Excellent
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