Weimaraner vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

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

Weimaraner vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
50-85 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1800 AD
1350 AD
Temperament
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Ectropion
Drug sensitivity
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Weimaraner
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Gray
Gray
Silver Gray
Silver Gray
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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