Information, Facts & Origins of the Otter Hound - Otterhound
The Otter Hound - Otterhound originates in England although its heritage can be dated back to antiquity. It is a very special dog and rare dog as it verged close on extinction when the otter was made a protected species. The Otter Hound - Otterhound and is a dog of considerable size and was bred originally to hunt the otter in order to ensure the trout supply in rivers. It's origins can be dated back for thousands of years and it is classified as one of the Hound Dog Group which we go on to describe in detail in the section at the bottom of this page. Name Facts and Dog Names: This dog's name is often referred to in two separate words as the Otter Hound. Otterhound Dog NamesThe Otter Hound - Otterhound - A Scent Hound
The Otter Hound - Otterhound belongs to the collection of dogs referred to as Scent Hounds, which specialise in following the scent or the smell of its quarry. It wasn’t until the mid 1500's that hounds began to be classified according to their purpose, i.e. sight hounds, scent hounds, etc. Scent Hounds have distinctive characteristics, features and traits which are perfect for their purpose. They have large noses which have deep, open nostrils and their lips are loose and moist, designed to pick up scent particles and follow the trail of an animal. Their ears are long which concentrates the scent on the nose. Their bodies are designed for endurance, an essential asset when following any scent trail. Hunting takes different forms and as man opts for hunting their quarry either on foot or on horseback the scent hounds have been selectively bred to produce small legs, to enable a man to easily follow on foot, or longer legs suited to keep up with a man on horseback. Most scent hounds were used in packs - making a loud, deep baying noise alerting hunters to their location. As a pet the Otter Hound - Otterhound is independent, inquisitive, bold, exuberant dog, friendly, cheerful, loving and intelligent. This dog makes a good house pet providing it is given lots of exercise and attention. Information, Facts & History of the Otter Hound - Otterhound Dog
The Otter Hound - Otterhound is one of the most ancient of the English breeds and it is also one of the rarest and verged perilously close to extinction until the otter was made a protected species in 1978. The Otter Hound - Otterhound were to hunt the otter in order to ensure the trout supply in rivers. Like other hounds they hunted in packs. Their body and temperament suit the task of otter hunting perfectly. They are great swimmers with the ability to swim for hours without stopping - their webbed feet and a strong body also helped them survive the wet conditions. Their sense of smell so acute that it can smell in the morning an otter that passed through the water the night before. Its coat is weatherproof and they are able to defy cold water and will dive into bitterly cold rivers to seek their prey. They would trail the otter to its den and bay when locating it. The hunters would then remove the Otter Hound - Otterhounds and send terriers to kill the otter. King John kept the first documented packs of Otter Hound - Otterhounds in 1212, however, otter hunting did not remain popular with the nobility who preferred falconry and hunting on horseback. The wet and uncomfortable conditions associated with otter hunting was therefore left to the commoners of England. In the 20th century the otter population diminished and the need for the Otter Hound - Otterhound slowly disappeared. The first Otter Hound - Otterhound was registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1909.
Description of the Otter Hound - Otterhound Dog and Puppies - Coat and Colours info
The Otter Hound - Otterhound's coat comes in a range of the following colours: Sandy, red, wheaten, blue; these may have slight white markings on head, chest, feet and tail tip. White hounds may have slight lemon, blue or badger pied markings. Black and tan, blue and tan, black and cream, occasional liver, tan and liver, tan and white. The coat is dense, rough, harsh and waterproof. Dog Health information - potential health problems of the Otter Hounds
All owners of dogs and puppies are concerned about the health care of their pets and just as with humans dog health issues arise from time to time. Resolving dog health problems, including those of the Otter Hound, can prove to be costly and it would be wise to consider the benefits of obtaining dog health insurance. Diseases in dogs may occur because of trauma, infection, immune system abnormalities, genetic factors, or degenerative conditions. Common health problems and questions occur in relation to the Bones, Joints, Muscles, Nerves, Ears, Eyes, Teeth and the Mouth. Other, more serious, issues can relate to the Digestive System, Heart & Respiratory Systems, Immune & Blood Systems, Reproduction and Urinary Systems. Potential health problems of the Otter Hound may be checked via the Dog Symptoms Sorter, but can include:- Hip and Elbow Dysplasia (abnormal development of joints referred to as CHD - Canine Hip and Elbow Dysplasia)
- Gastric Torsion
Online Encyclopaedia of Common Dog Health Problems
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