Longevity
Life expectancy
Its life expectancy is generally between 10 and 12 years when its diet, activity and health monitoring are appropriate.
Build
A robust breed?
The breed shows good overall robustness and no particular pathological predisposition is reported in the reference sheet. However, vigilance remains recommended for the conditions mentioned in the breed.
Watch points
What to watch for
Even if the breed is generally robust, certain health problems are cited as points of vigilance and justify careful veterinary monitoring.
Cancer : Major condition cited among the breed’s points of vigilance.
Hip dysplasia : Joint disorder cited among the major health concerns.
Elbow dysplasia : Joint disorder cited among the major health concerns.
Otitis : Occasional condition to monitor, notably due to the drooping ears.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
The Hanoverian Scenthound has an average tolerance to cold as well as to heat. Its activities must therefore be adapted to weather conditions, particularly during long outings.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
Its tendency to gain weight is moderate. During the hunting season, its ration can be increased or enriched to meet energy expenditure, while avoiding overfeeding.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Ensure regular veterinary follow-up.
- Monitor the mobility of the hips and elbows.
- Examine and regularly clean the floppy ears.
- Monitor weight and adjust the ration to the activity.
- Inspect the coat and paw pads after outings.
Vaccination
Hanover Hound vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Hanover Hound? Like all dogs, the Hanover Hound receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Hanover Hound is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on its lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All pets |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughLifestyle-based Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisLifestyle-based Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseLifestyle-based Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisLifestyle-based Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Hanover Hound vaccine boosters are annual for leptospirosis and rabies; for distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your dog’s actual risk.
Which boosters for your Hanover Hound?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Hanover Hound
Before breeding, request the relevant evaluations (hips, elbows, eyes, heart depending on the line) and a recent clinical examination. For a companion Hanoverian Scenthound, an annual check-up with monitoring of weight, teeth and locomotion remains essential.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
