Otterhound dog

 Otterhound dog
 
  Otterhound dog
Otterhound is a breed of dog  with natural wool, Otterhound dog is a great hunting dog, muscular and intelligent dog
Although there is mention of the hunt for otters and Otterhound (otterhound - literally "on the otter hound") relating to the time of King John, who ruled England from 1199 to 1216, the first description of the dog constituted a flock otterhaundov appeared only at Edward II (1307 - 1327). Fortunately, this description was made by William twistor, hunter. He describes them as wire-type dogs - "between the beagle and terrier."
Hunting otters never belonged to the main types of hunting in England, but apparently there was a very long time. First, it involved because the otter too actively exterminating the fish in rivers and streams, and later she gained popularity due to the fact that it was the only kind of hunting, from April to September.
Flowering otterhound in England came in the mid to late XIX century. In those days there were 18 - 20 flocks that are regularly hunted the entire season. The most famous in the number of otters has been caught flock Honourable Jeffrey Hill of Hokstouna that from 1870 to 1890 dealt with the 704 otters. Yet all the experts agree that the most well-trained bunch otterhound ever hunt in England was a flock of Klitroe Skvira Lomax. It was at the height of his fame otterhound, about 1868. Skvira was an ardent supporter of strict observance of rules of the game, and although its results are also interested, he turned the focus on how the work of his pack. They say that the dogs were so well trained in what to listen to the lightest wave of the hand.
Otterhound origins shrouded in mystery, but the earliest authors put forward a number of logically substantiated opinions about its origin. According to Stonehenge, the ancestors are otterhaunda southern hound and Welsh harier, as evidenced by the fact that otterhoundo was very much in Devon - the main stronghold of southern hounds - and in Wales

  Otterhound dog
Long-haired Otterhound breed dog
The most acceptable opinion expressed E. Buckley, who attributes the wool otterhound a water Spaniel (a somewhat different type than the currently known species) and courage - a bulldog. Other authors mention the Bloodhound, arguing that domed skull, and long ears. In fact, Turbervil, who chronicled the hunt for otters back in 1575, makes no distinction between the Bloodhound and otterhaundom.
One of the most reasonable is the view of French origin otterhaund made by Marples, who, in describing otterhaund, said that it is almost an exact copy of the old vandeyskoy hound. These two species are similar in coat and addition. o- a large dog height of 61 - 68.6 cm, weight 34 - 52 kg. He has a hard, dense and oily hair, which allows him plenty of time in the water. The combination of blue and white colors have always been preferred, but in the range of colors of this breed many shades of black and tan. Otterhaund excellent swims in the water and move him to help webbed feet.
The main focus has always been given the working qualities otterhaunda, and exhibitions in England, this breed was not well known. Still, some owners of large flocks sometimes sent several dogs at major exhibitions. Flocks of Carlisle and Kendall were known for their show dog.
In the United States otterhaundy first appeared around 1900. Their debut at the show held in Claremont, Oklahoma, in 1907. There is evidence of registration otterhaundov, these were two dogs that belonged to HS Wardner from New York. It so happened that Wardner was one of two exhibitors in 1907, and certainly it was he who was the first American breeder.
Although otterhaund never enjoyed wide popularity in the United States, his intelligence and character have won him many loyal friends. Lack of physical beauty is compensated by its working qualities and trouble-free devotion to his master

  Otterhound dog
Otterhound dog playing outdoor
Otterhaund. Official Standard
Approved May 9, 1989
General view. Otterhaund - a big haired hound with an imposing head, his face tells about the enormous strength and independence and a strong body and sweeping motions are well suited to work throughout the day. He has a very keen sense of smell, and he looked recognize smells.
Otterhaund pursues its prey on land and in water, and therefore it needs a combination of features that are not found in other hounds - the most remarkable thing in it hard, double coat and webbed feet are strong.
Otterhaund should not be punished for what they show in working condition: lean, muscular, with a natural (untidy) wool.
Any deviation from the items listed below should be considered a fault and the seriousness of which corresponds to the severity of this deviation.
Height, weight, proportion, composition. Height: Males - 61 - 68.6 cm, females - 58 - 66 cm Weight: males - 34 - 52 kg, females - 29,5 - 45,4 kg. Format otterhaunda slightly stretched, the length of plechelopa-tochiogo junction to point of buttock slightly longer than the height at the withers.
Otterhaund pretty massive, but not rough, with strong bone and muscle relief. Harmonicity addition, endurance and breed more important than growth.
Head large, rather narrow, thickly covered with hair. The dog in height at withers 66 cm distance from the nose to the occiput should be 28 - 30 cm, with the muzzle and skull should be approximately the same length. Expression of the eyes open and good-natured. Deep-set eyes. The third century, almost not visible. Dark eyes - the color and edging eyelid margins consistent coloring dog. Dog with black nose and black eye rims should be more dark eyes, and dogs with hepatic or gray-blue color can be hazel eyes. Ears - an essential feature of this breed - long, hanging and folded straw (cutting edge formed or curled like drape - in a lock). Ears set low, at eye level or below, held tightly to his head stretched forward, reach the tip of the nose or go for it, covered with dense hair. The skull is long, rather narrow, slightly convex. The transition from forehead to muzzle weakly expressed. The muzzle is square, not pointed, powerful jaws, pendulous lips. When viewed from the side lines of the muzzle and skull are parallel. Nose: large, dark, fully pigmented, nostrils wide open. Jaws strong, capable of crushing grip. Scissor bite is preferred


 Otterhound dog
Special intelligent hound dog- Otterhound breed dog
Neck, Topline, Body. The neck is powerful, smoothly into the sloping, long blades, so the dog could walk on the trail. The neck is covered with thick hair, may be poorly expressed in suspension. Topline from the withers to the base of the tail is straight. Chest rather gluf Bokaya than wide, comes up to the elbows, oval, with long false ribs. Loin short, broad and strong. The tail is highly placed on a slightly Steep croup. Long tail reaching to the hock joint or below. Thick at the base and tapers to an end, has a suspension. In the motion and the excitation has a tail aloft - a saber, but not over the back, at rest the tail is down.
Forequarters. Withers stressed, blades oblique, with moderate angles of shoulder and elbow joints. Legs with strong bone, straight, strong, slightly sloping pasterns. Fifth fingers may be removed. Paws are large, broad, compact, rack, but are able to blossom, when the dog swims. The pads are thick and deep, with arched toes and between them have membranes that allow to dissolve his paw.
Hind limbs. Femur and tibia are large, broad and muscular. Stifle moderately expressed, hocks are clearly marked, are low, turning neither in nor out. When viewed from the rear limbs are parallel to each other. The knee and hock angulation should ensure removal of the forelimbs and push back. Dewclaws usually removed. . # A / w are the same as the front.
COAT is an essential feature otterhaun da. Quality of wool is more important than its length. Guard hairs thick, rough-* Of special and hard, wiry. Softer hair on his head and 'g lower legs. Length
Very important waterproof short and thick undercoat, but in the summer months it sheds, but the hips and shoulders. Ears are covered with thick and long hair, a tail with a suspension. Groomed, natural wool, long enough, no suspension and tow typical desktop otter hound. In the coat of hunting dogs should be visible hard guard hairs and dense undercoat. Demonstrate otterhaunda in its natural form, it is necessary to comb the hair - she should comb, but not bald.
Flaws: soft to the touch Wool, lack of undercoat, coat a 15 cm (as when wet it becomes heavy).
Color. Allowed any color or combination of colors. Nose should be dark and fully pigmented - black, liver or gray-blue, depending on the color of the dog. Color the edges of the eyelids should be in harmony with the color of the nose.
Free movement, with removal of the forelimbs and push back. Movements are smooth, light - a dog can run through a distance of many kilometers.
For otterhaunda typical careless, clumsy gait, which is immediately transformed into a loose, sprawling, vigorous trot with outstretched head. Gallop smooth, with a very broad vymahami. Otterhaund puts limbs on one line in the tracks, at small velocities.
Otterhaundy not raise the legs high above the ground and are able to "drag" when walking or on a slow trot. Demonstrate otterhaunda be on a long leash