The Otterhound is a large breed dog that can weight around 115 pounds at adulthood. This fact doesn't mean that Otterhound Agility is out of the question. The one think to realize about this breed is that they are very easy to train and willing to learn.
There have been Otterhounds that have actually excelled in Agility competitions. The Otterhounds focused attention span and obedient nature makes it willing to perform well at Agility. They are also a very active dog which helps them to maintain their endurance during an Agility competition.
The Otterhound has a great memory. This will help it in following direction and getting through an Agility course with great accuracy. If you are considering getting your Otterhound into Agility, you should. You will be impressed at how well this breed trains for it and is willing to learn. They can also be taught at a fast pace. When you are training your Otterhound for Agility, you will want to always use positive reinforcement. This breed is excellent at learning under stress free conditions that are reinforced in a positive manner. They will actually enjoy the training and make it a positive experience for the both of you.
