Gentle
Easygoing
Protective
Calm

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Germany

United States

Liam Hound, Bloodhound

Chinese Crested, Japanese Chin

17th Century

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brindle

White
Black
Sable
Blue

A Hanover Hound can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chin Crested can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hanover Hounds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Chin Cresteds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Hanover Hound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Chin Crested breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Ear Infections
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Sunburn
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

OFA
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Hanover Hound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chin Crested has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Hanover Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chin Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Hanover Hounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Chin Cresteds are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chin Crested dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Hanover Hound, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chin Crested, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Hanover Hounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chin Cresteds usually need at least 15 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Hanover Hound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Chin Crested requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Hanover Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Chin Crested should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Hanover Hound feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chin Crested feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Hanover Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Chin Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Hanover Hound is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chin Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Hanover Hounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Chin Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Hanover Hounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chin Cresteds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Hanover Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Chin Cresteds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Hanover Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chin Cresteds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Hanover Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Chin Cresteds are highly friendly around strangers.

Hanover Hounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chin Cresteds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Hanover Hounds may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Chin Cresteds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.