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CLEAR ALLOriginating in Germany, the Bavarian Mountain Hound is a sophisticated breed, highly prized for their scenting skills in the field. These elegant dogs are virtually unknown in the United Kingdom, but they are popular in other regions of Europe, such as the Czech Republic and Slovakia. There are known as Bayerischer Gebirgsschweißhund in their native Germany.
The Bavarian Mountain Hound is an even-tempered dog breed that is devoted to family members. They can appear aloof towards strangers, but they are rarely aggressive and will just watch from a distance and observe.
These graceful dogs adore children and will demand love and attention from everyone in their family. They do not like being left alone for long periods, so they need a household where someone will be home for most of the day.
The Bavarian Mountain Hound requires a lot of daily exercise as they have high stamina. This makes them suitable jogging or running partners. These active dogs need to be kept busy through physical and mental stimulation. Plenty of outdoor activities and access to a large, enclosed garden will help this breed to thrive.
Originating in Germany, the Bavarian Mountain Hound is a sophisticated breed, highly prized for their scenting skills in the field. These elegant dogs are virtually unknown in the United Kingdom, but they are popular in other regions of Europe, such as the Czech Republic and Slovakia. There are known as Bayerischer Gebirgsschweißhund in their native Germany.
The Bavarian Mountain Hound is an even-tempered dog breed that is devoted to family members. They can appear aloof towards strangers, but they are rarely aggressive and will just watch from a distance and observe.
These graceful dogs adore children and will demand love and attention from everyone in their family. They do not like being left alone for long periods, so they need a household where someone will be home for most of the day.
The Bavarian Mountain Hound requires a lot of daily exercise as they have high stamina. This makes them suitable jogging or running partners. These active dogs need to be kept busy through physical and mental stimulation. Plenty of outdoor activities and access to a large, enclosed garden will help this breed to thrive.
The Bavarian Mountain Hound is a medium-sized breed, weighing 20 to 25 kg and standing 44 to 52 cm tall. Like many breeds, the females are noticeably smaller than the males.
Despite being athletic dogs, Bavarian Mountain Hounds have a light but well-muscled build compared to other hounds. They are still longer than they are tall, but the 'hound body shape' is less apparent with this breed.
The Bavarian hound dogs boast powerful, robust front and back legs, complemented by well-arched oval-shaped feet. Meanwhile, their sturdy and pliant backs sustain their deep rib cages and tucked-up bellies.
As hound dogs, they possess broad muzzles and wide nostrils that enable them to detect prey from miles away. Their distinctive appearance is further accentuated by their dark-coloured noses, round eyes, and floppy ears set high on their head with rounded tips.
The Bavarian Mountain Hound has a thick, short coat with finer hair on the head and face. It is usually deep red, tan, or fawn, with occasional black or brindle hairs. The shading is not uniform across the body, as the back and tail have a richer hue than the rest of the physique.
Bavarian Mountain Hounds have charming and affectionate personalities. They are shy towards strangers but are incredibly loyal to their owners. They show their devotion through affection and seek their owner's attention to receive love back.
Because of this intense need for attention, this breed does not do well left alone for long periods. Therefore, they would best suit someone working from home or a "homebody." Alternatively, Bavarians can do well in large families, as there are multiple people to seek attention from.
Bavarian Mountain Hounds are energetic and intelligent dogs with a lot of stamina. Therefore, they have high exercise and mental stimulation needs, so they need an owner with plenty of energy for them.
Training is essential for this breed; without it, they may try to dominate and take the role of pack leader, leading to unwanted behavioural problems. To prevent this, establish a form and consistent training routine from puppyhood. But note that, like many other hound dogs, Bavarians can be stubborn sometimes, so patience and understanding are required.
As a high-energy breed, Bavarian Mountain Hounds do best in a home with an enclosed garden where they can let off steam. Just ensure it is fully fenced off and "inescapable". Otherwise, they will get out and chase the wildlife. This breed is not recommended for people living in flats and apartments.
As long as they get ample attention, Bavarian Mountain Hounds will do well in all types of homes, including young families and older couples. However, as they can be wary of strangers, they are best suited to owners who don't have a lot of guests coming and going.
These pups get along splendidly with children, often becoming excellent playmates. They will also get along with other dogs (and possibly cats) if introduced calmly, in a controlled environment, and preferably while young.
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