Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Hannoverscher Schweisshund or Bayerischer Gebirgsschwei?

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Name	Hanover Hound	Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origins	Germany	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Hannoverscher Schweisshund Hanoverian Scenthound Hanoverian Hound	Bayerischer Gebirgsschwei Bavarian Mountain Scenthound
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Hanover Hound and a Bavarian Mountain Hound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Hanover Hound and a Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 88–99 pounds (40–45 kg), Female: 77–88 pounds (35–40 kg)	44-55 pounds (20–25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)	49.5 pounds (20–25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound? Is a Hanover Hound taller than a Bavarian Mountain Hound?	Male: 19–22 inches (49–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (47–54 cm)	Male: 19–20 inches (47–52 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (44–48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 19–20 inches (47–52 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (44–48 cm)

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Hanover Hound and a Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which breed costs more?	$1400-$1600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound?	Average: The Hanover Hound is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare alertness levels.	Hanover Hound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Hanover Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Hanover Hound and a Bavarian Mountain Hound. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Gentle Calm Easygoing	Agile Courageous Loyal Spirited Quiet Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound?	High: Hanover Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound social needs comparison:	Hanover Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound?	The wanderlust potential of the Hanover Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Hanover Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Hanover Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bavarian Mountain Hound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare play drive and energy.	The Hanover Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bavarian Mountain Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Hanover Hound breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Bavarian Mountain Hound breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare adaptability levels.	Hanover Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound?	Hanover Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Hanover Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bavarian Mountain Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Hanover Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Hanover Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bavarian Mountain Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hanover Hound: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bavarian Mountain Hound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Hanover Hound and a Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Bavarian Mountain Hounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound?	Rare The Hanover Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Bavarian Mountain Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound health problems comparison:	Bloat Cancer Ear Infections Hip Dysplasia Obesity	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare activity levels.	Hanover Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Hanover Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound?	Hanover Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Hanover Hound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bavarian Mountain Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare daily food needs.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare breed colors.	Brindle Fawn Reddish	Black Tan Red Brindle Biscuit masked fawn
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Hanover Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bavarian Mountain Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Hanover Hound is an average drooler. See more.	The Bavarian Mountain Hound is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Hanover Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bavarian Mountain Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Hanover Hound and a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare fur types.	Coarse	Dense Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound? Do Hanover Hound dogs shed more than Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs?	Hanover Hound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Hanover Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hanover Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Hanover Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound?	Hanover Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hanover Hound or Bavarian Mountain Hound? Can a Hanover Hound and a Bavarian Mountain Hound be friends? Do Hanover Hound dogs get along with Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs?	Hanover Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound?	No Hanover Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Hanover Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bavarian Mountain Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Hanover Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bavarian Mountain Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Hanover Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bavarian Mountain Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Hanover Hound or a Bavarian Mountain Hound? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Hanover Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Leash (scent) Hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Leash (scent) Hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Hanover Hound and Bavarian Mountain Hound. Which is more widely recognized?	Federation Cynologique Internationale United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club

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