Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Lighter than its Hanoverian cousin, the Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound is an agile, calm mountain tracker devoted to its owner.
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound vs Hanoverian Scenthound
Side by side
| Trait | Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound | Hanoverian Scenthound |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Scent hounds | Scent hounds |
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Weight | 17–30 kg | 25–40 kg |
| Height at withers | 44–52 cm | 48–55 cm |
| Life expectancy | 10–14 years | 10–14 years |
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| Apartment | Not recommended | Not recommended |
Key differences
- Heavier: Hanoverian Scenthound (about 32.5 kg vs 23.5 kg on average)
Gaps counted as key differences: more than 20% in average weight, more than 10% in average height, at least 2 years in average life expectancy, or at least 2 points on a rating.
Which one is right for you?
A quick guide based on the ratings above. Every dog is an individual: spend time with the breed and talk to breeders, rescue organisations or a veterinarian before deciding.
- Apartment living
- Both are similarBased on apartment suitability and energy.
- Family with children
- Both are similarBased on behaviour with children.
- First-time owner
- Both are similarBased on trainability, energy and grooming needs.
- Hot climate
- Both are similarBased on heat tolerance.
- Active owner
- Both are similarBased on energy level.
Meet the two breeds
Hanoverian Scenthound
A specialist in tracking wounded game, the Hanoverian Scenthound is a calm, tenacious tracker deeply attached to its handler.