Hanoverian Scenthound Dog Breed Information

Posted on Mar 21, 2019, Modified : Aug 1, 2021 DGM

Breeds

General Information

Dog Name	Hanoverian Scenthound
Other Names	Hanoverian Hound
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Purebred
Group	Hound
Breed For	Hunting and tracking game
Extinct	No
Country of Origin	Germany

Physical And Size

Size	Medium
Min Life Span	10
Max Life Span	14
Min Ideal Weight for male	35
Max Ideal Weight for male	44
Min Ideal Weight for female	35
Max Ideal Weight for male	44

Ranking

Intelligent Rank
Trainability
Playfulness
Affection Level
Social Needs
Barking
Watchdog Ability
Territorial
Mouthiness
Adaptability

Characterisitics

Temperament	Calm, Loyal, Energetic
Prey Drive	Yes
Fighting Dog	No

Friendliness

Stranger Friendly	Medium
Child Friendly	High
Cat Friendly	Medium
Dog Friendly	Medium
Office Friendly	Low
Apartment Friendly	Low
Senior Citizens Friendly	Low
Service Dog	Low
Search and Rescue Dog	Low
Biting Potential	Low

Country of Origin	Germany
Nicknames and Other Names	Hanoverian Hound Hannover’scher Schweisshund Hanoverian Scenthound
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Purebred
Group	Hound Group
Bred For	Hunting and Tracking game
Size	Medium to large-sized
Recognized By	AKC, UKC, FCI
Life Span	10-14 years
Ideal Weight	79-99 pounds (male and female)
Ideal Height	19-21 inches (male and female)
Fur Type	Short, harsh, dense
Common Colors	Red, Brindle
Markings	Black Mask
Availability	Moderately available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	Not suitable
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Bloodhound

The Hanoverian Scenthound is a medium sized breed of dogs that originated in Germany for the purpose of hunting and tracking small games.

The Hanoverian Scenthound are believed to be descended from bloodhounds of medieval times. It is also known as the Hanover Hound and is a very rare breed.

Origin & History

The Hanoverian Scenthound is a German breed of dogs which remains the same since they were bred.

With the invention of firearms, methods of hunting have changed a lot. Dogs were needed to search for the wounded preys that were shot by the hunters. The Liam Hound proved to be the best for this need and so after then, it became a Liam-Scenthound.

The Hanoverian Scenthound was further developed and preserved in the hunting region of Hannover. Registered in 1894, the Verein Hirschmann E.V. club has been taking care of the breed where it was established.

The Hanoverian Scenthound is recognized by UKC and FCI. It is not yet recognized by AKC but is kept under the Foundation Stock Service group (as of March 2019)which is the first step of registering a breed.

Are they Child-friendly?

Yes, the Hanoverian Scenthound is a very child-friendly breed. It is very gentle and soft-hearted while dealing with kids. It forms a close bond with the kids and will be protective of them if needed.

A small girl with a Hanoverian Scenthound. Image Source: [email protected]

However, Hanoverian Scenthounds are hunting dogs that have strong prey drive instincts. They can unintentionally knock down small toddlers. So, it is very important to keep your kids and the dogs supervised.

Behavior, Temperament & Personality

The Hanoverian Scenthound is a calm and assured breed that is very devoted to its master and his family. It thrives on affection, so likes to be in the limelight and please its owner.

The Hanoverian Scenthound has a calm and steady temperament. It is very sensitive with its owner and choosy and discerning with strangers.

The Hanoverian Scenthound has an independent, calm and loyal personality. It gets attached to the people it loves and will be eagerly trying to please them with every possible aspect.

Size

The weight of the adult Hanoverian Scenthound ranges from 36-45 kg for both male and female. And the height ranges from 50-55 cm for male and 48-53cm for female dogs.

Trainability

The Hanoverian Scenthound belongs to the type of dogs which strongly requires a handler with imposing and strict personality. Training can be very challenging and problematic because of its independent nature.

A Hanoverian Scenthound training of blood tracking.

The Hanoverian Scenthounds will completely ignore commands from a person which is less imposing and takes the least position in the pack. Proper methods should be grounded on positive reinforcement and tasty treats for the successful training of this breed.

Facts about the Hanoverian Scenthound

Here are some facts about the Hanoverian Scenthound:

The Hanoverian Scenthound originated in Germany.
They have a great sense of smell.
They are easy to groom.
They are also known as the Hanover Hound.
They are independent dogs.

A Hanover Hound after hunting with his master. Image Source: [email protected]

Health Issues of Hanoverian Scenthound

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Hip Dysplasia, Obesity, Bloat, Ear Infection, Cancer
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Canine Parainfluenza, Rabies, Canine Distemper, Canine Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Kennel Cough, Canine Coronavirus
Shedding	Low Shedder
Drooling	Average Drooler
Grooming	Easy and Minimal Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Average to High
Separation Anxiety	High Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 27% Fat: 12% Probiotics Multivitamins Glucosamine

The Hanoverian Scenthound lives an average life of 12-14 years old during which they suffer from various health issues. Some of them are:

Obesity

Obesity refers to being grossly fat or overweight which may have a negative impact on the dog’s health.

Gastric torsion

Gastric Torsion is a health condition in which the stomach gets overstretched and rotated by excessive gas content.

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia is a hereditary condition caused by the malformation of hip joints.

Color Patterns

The Hanoverian Scenthounds range in color from light to dark reddish fawn with a brindled appearance.

Price of Hanoverian Scenthound puppy

A Hanoverian Scenthound mother gives birth to 4-6 puppies on average. A Hanoverian Scenthound puppy will cost you $1500 and above depending on the purity of the breed.