
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Muscular, long bodied yet athletic, the Bavarian Mountain Hound is a dignified and noble looking dog who is immediately recognisable as a scent hound.






The Bavarian Mountain dog can suffer from:
- Hip dysplasia
- Epilepsy¹ which is a condition where abnormal brain function can lead to seizures which damage the brain.
Priority Kennel Club health schemes and testing:
- Hip dysplasia screening
¹I. Kathmann et al, 'Clinical and genetic investigations of idiopathic epilepsy in the Bernese mountain dog' 1999, Journal of Small Animal Practice
Described as courageous, calm, loyal, devoted and determined, the Bavarian Mountain Hound is all of this and more. Whilst affectionate and loving towards their owners, they can be reserved with strangers, so early and thorough socialisation and habituation is important. The Bavarian Mountain Hound needs a sniffing job to do and if this is provided, they can be a wonderful companion at home.
Whilst the Bavarian Mountain Hound is relatively rare in the UK, the Bavarian Mountain Hound Society runs Schweisshund Training days (Schweisshund translates to ‘scent hound’) where you and your hound can learn how to track wounded game.
The breed society is keen that the Bavarian Mountain Hound retains its working ability and requires dogs to pass a tracking test before being bred, so that only those who can do the job will reproduce.
They’re known for their incredibly loyal natures and ability to build strong bonds with their owners.
Bavarian Mountain Hounds can be great escape artists so you’ll need to be sure to have a large fence!