Dutch Shepherd vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare the Dutch Shepherd to the Bavarian Mountain Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dutch Shepherds and Bavarian Mountain Hounds.

Dutch Shepherd vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
50-70 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
Belgium
Germany
Origin Year
1898 AD
1350 AD
Temperament
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Wire
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Dutch Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Gold Brindle
Gold Brindle
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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