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Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound

dog breed

Hunting

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Weight

5–30 kg

Size

Medium

Lifespan

11–14 ans

Energy

Élevé

Coat

Fawn single-colored in all shades.

Maintenance

Moyen

Training

Moyen

The Bavarian Mountain Blood Hound (Bayerischer Gebirgsschweißhund), more commonly called the Bavarian Red or Red Bavarian, is a dog breed originating from Germany. It is a medium-sized hunting dog built to be muscular and light, with a fawn coat. Descended from the Hanover Hound, it is a hunting dog essentially used as a blood-tracking dog in mountainous terrain.

Profile

At a glance

Energy

Élevé

Trainability

Modéré

Maintenance

Modéré

Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.

⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds

L'essentiel

  • 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
  • 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
  • 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity per day for his balance.
  • 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.

Chapter 1

Getting to know the Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound

Character

Daily temperament

The Bavarian Red is described in the FCI standard as a calm and balanced dog, devoted to its master and reserved with strangers. It is a confident, fearless and docile dog, neither timid nor aggressive. Training should be firm and gentle from a young age.

Physical

Breed standard

Le chien de rouge de Bavière est un chien de taille moyenne. Le corps est élancé et adapté à la course, avec un arrière-train légèrement au-dessus de la ligne du dos et un poitrail profond. La queue est portée à l’horizontale ou oblique vers le bas. La tête est portée horizontalement ou légèrement relevée. Les oreilles tombantes atteignent au maximum la truffe. Attachées haut, les oreilles sont larges à la base et arrondies à leur extrémité, elles pendent à plat le long de la tête. Ni trop grands ni trop ronds, les yeux sont brun foncé. Le poil est serré, plat et bien couché, modérément rêche au toucher, peu brillant. Il est plus fin à la tête et aux oreilles. La robe est fauve, dans des nuances s'étendant du fauve rouge au fauve sable, en passant par le rouge-brun et le fauve gris. La robe peut être bringée ou tiquetée de noir. La couleur de fond est en général plus intense sur le dos, le museau et les oreilles plus foncés. La queue est en général tiquetée de noir.

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Âge

What human age for a bavarian mountain scent hound ?

The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.

3 years
Birth22 years
Adult size

10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.

Equivalent human age

29years

Adulte

Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.

Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.

These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.

Alert

To avoid for dog

Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.

  • low-fat cocoa powderModerate
  • maltitolModerate
  • cocoa pasteModerate
  • onion piecesModerate

Calculator · daily ration

How much to give a bavarian mountain scent hound ?

Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.

18 kg
5 kg33 kg
Moderate

Result

221 g

per day · 839 kcal

111 g / repas (2 par jour)

Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound

Is a Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound suitable for apartment living?+
This depends on the individual: his size requires space and exercise, provided his need for outings is met.
How much exercise per day for a Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound?+
Plan for approximately 1 hour of daily exercise — sustained walks, games, or canine sports.
What is the life expectancy of a Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound?+
Between 11 and 14 years on average. Appropriate diet, regular veterinary care, and exercise contribute to extending his life.
Is a Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound good with children?+
To be evaluated according to the individual: early socialization and mutual respect are key. Never leave a young child alone with an animal, regardless of breed.

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Sources & official links

Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.

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