How long does a Hanoverian Scenthound live?

The listed lifespan for a Hanoverian Scenthound is 10–14 years.

How tall is a Hanoverian Scenthound?

The listed height for a Hanoverian Scenthound is 19–21 in.

Is a Hanoverian Scenthound good with children?

The AKC good-with-children score for a Hanoverian Scenthound is 3 out of 5.

When is a Hanoverian Scenthound full grown?

The growth size band for a Hanoverian Scenthound is up to 24 months.

Foundation Stock Service

Hanoverian Scenthound

Hanoverian Scenthound is a large dog in the Foundation Stock Service. Adult weight is 79–99 lb, height is 19–21 in, and the listed lifespan is 10–14 years. AKC describes the temperament as Independent, Loyal, Calm.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026.

Lifespan10–14 years

Weight79–99 lb

SizeLarge

GroupFoundation Stock Service

Height

19–21 in

Energy

4 / 5

Shedding

3 / 5

Grooming

2 / 5

Trainability

4 / 5

Good with kids

3 / 5

The breed record

Across 119 single-size large breeds, a lifespan midpoint of 12 years is about 0.6 years shorter than the 12.6-year average. A midpoint adult weight of 89 lb is about 29.8 lb heavier than the 59.2 lb average for those large breeds.

The listed origin is Germany. The coat is described as smooth, short. The AKC energy score is 4 out of 5, 0.4 points above the group average of 3.6 for the Foundation Stock Service. Shedding scores 3 out of 5. Grooming scores 2 out of 5, so home brushing covers most weeks. Trainability scores 4 out of 5, which is a biddable score. Good with children scores 3 out of 5. Good with other dogs scores 5 out of 5.

Adult size is usually reached in up to 24 months (size-band statement (Salt et al. 2017): larger breeds require up to 24 months).

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