Drever vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Compare Drever and Bavarian Mountain Hound: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Drever
VS
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Drever
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
6 – Scent Hounds and Related Breeds
6 – Scent Hounds and Related Breeds
Height
30 – 38 cm
44 – 52 cm
Weight
14 – 16 kg
21 – 25 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 16 years
9 – 13 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy Level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Drever
Great with Kids
High Energy
Easy to Train
Medium
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Great with Kids
Easy to Train
Medium
Summary
About Drever
The Drever is a sturdy Swedish scent hound, low and long‑bodied yet strong and enduring. Bred to track and drive game at a steady pace, it has a clear voice, strong hunting instinct, and needs ample exercise. Friendly, affectionate, and easy‑care coated, it suits active, outdoorsy homes.
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.
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