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Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Alpine Dachsbracke
Compare Bavarian Mountain Hound and Alpine Dachsbracke side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Alpine Dachsbracke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
44 – 52 cm
34 – 42 cm
Weight
21 – 25 kg
15 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 13 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Great with kids
Easy to train
Medium
Alpine Dachsbracke
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Bavarian Mountain Hound
The Bavarian Mountain Hound is a medium, athletic scent hound bred in Bavaria for tracking wounded game. Calm and reserved with strangers but affectionate with family, it has a short red‑to‑fawn coat and excels in scent work. Best for active homes that enjoy regular outdoor and mental activity.
About Alpine Dachsbracke
Compact, sturdy Austrian scent hound with a long body, short strong legs and a dense, weather‑resistant red coat. Calm and affectionate at home but driven by a strong hunting instinct, it needs plenty of exercise, nose work and consistent, positive training to thrive.
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