Bloodhound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

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

Bloodhound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
80-110 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
France
Germany
Origin Year
1000 AD
1350 AD
Temperament
Bloodhound
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
Above Average
Average
Personality
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
11-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Ectopic cilia
Ectropion
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Bloodhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Brown
Brown
Liver and Tan
Liver and Tan
Red
Red
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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