Longevity
Life expectancy
It lives on average from 12 to 14 years when it benefits from good veterinary monitoring and regular antiparasitic protection.
Build
A robust breed?
Very robust and hardy, it withstands Mediterranean heat and difficult terrain well.
Watch points
What to watch for
After each outing, the ears, paws and coat should be checked for grass awns, ticks and injuries. Vaccination and prevention of leishmaniasis are important in the regions where it hunts.
Ear infections : Common in dogs with floppy ears that hunt in wet environments.
Leishmaniasis : Disease transmitted by sandflies in the Mediterranean region.
Hunting injuries : Wounds, grass awns and trauma related to work in the scrubland.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
It tolerates heat and Mediterranean climates very well. Its short coat protects it less from damp cold: it needs a dry, insulated shelter.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
Sporty dog, it stays slim during hunting season. Out of season, the ration must be reduced to avoid weight gain.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Inspect ears, paws and coat after each outing.
- Use protection against sandflies in at-risk areas.
- Keep vaccinations and antiparasitic treatments up to date.
Vaccination
Maremma Hound vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Maremma Hound? Like all dogs, the Maremma Hound receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Maremma 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 Maremma 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 Maremma Hound?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Maremma Hound
A complete annual veterinary examination, screening for leishmaniasis in at-risk areas and an ear check are recommended.
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.
