Otter Hound is a breed of web-footed hound, known in England since the 12th century. Hunting with packs of otter hounds was especially popular there in the 19th century, but the breed has never been widely favored in the U.S. A large animal, the otter hound weighs from 29 to 52 kg (65 to 115 lb) and stands 56 to 69 cm (22 to 27 in). The coarse, crisp, oily coat—blue and white to black and tan in color—enables the dog to withstand water; also endowed with webbed feet, the Otter Hound is adept at swimming.
