Names
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Bayrischer Gebirgsschweisshund
Bavarian Mountain Scenthound
Posokowiec bawarski

Origin
Germany, 1800s

Use
Gundog, Companion

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12 years on average

Weight & Height
55 to 77 pounds & 20 inches tall

Known Health Problems
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Physical Description
Medium size, muscular and lightly built. The skull and muzzle are broad. The nose is black or dark red adn the eyes are brown. The ears are medium length and drop. The tail is medium in length and set high.

Temperament
Calm and friendly family companion. Easygoing, trainable and affectionate.. They can be wary with strangers.

Training
Intelligent and a quick learner

Living Conditions
Not Suitable for apartment living, this is a hunting breed as is best kept as such

Grooming
Minmal grooming for this dog due its short coat.. Brush occasionally to remove dead hairs

Exercise
Very energetic and needs to be exercised daily to keep it happy and fit

Coat Texture
Short & Smooth coat

Coat Colors
any of the following colors sometimes with black on face

Puppies

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Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club