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Otter hound



Otter hound, working dog, dating to 14th-century England, used for hunting otters. Its webbed paws and coarse oily skin enable it to swim in chilly waters. It is 24–27 in (61–69 cm) high and weighs 65–100 lbs (29–45 kg). Colors range from dappled blue to light brown to black and tan.



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