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Bavarian Mountain Hound - breed information
Character and temperament:
A quick learning intelligent hunter. Loyal to owners, calm and well tempered. However as with any bloodhound they need an experienced trainer.
Origin:
A rare breed founded in 1912 used primarily for hunting and tracking wounded game.
General description:
The head of this dog is long but relatively broad with a solid jaw. A well balanced dog of medium size, body slightly longer than high.
Food:
no special requirments
Exercise:
Plenty of exercise needed for these dogs, lots of lead walking and if possible a run off the lead would benefit. Be careful when off the lead they have the tendancy to follow scents to the exclusion of all else.
Grooming:
Recommended to brush and check ears, claws and teeth once a week.
Average height (dog): 18 - 20 inches
Average height (bitch): 17 - 19 inches
Average weight (dog): 50 - 75lb
Average weight (bitch): 50 - 75lb
Average life expectancy: 10 -14 years
Average litter size: 7 - 10
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