Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

Gentle
Easygoing
Protective
Calm

Spantrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Hanover Hounds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

English Cocker Spaniel and Labrador Retriever

Liam Hound, Bloodhound

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17th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Red
Brindle

Wavy

Straight

A Spantriever can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Hanover Hound can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Spantrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hanover Hounds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

While the Spantriever breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Hanover Hound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Infections
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Allergies
Eye Problems
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Thyroid Panel

OFA
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination

Spantriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Hanover Hound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Spantrievers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Hanover Hounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Spantriever, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Hanover Hound, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Spantrievers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Hanover Hounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Spantriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Hanover Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Spantriever feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Hanover Hound feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Spantriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Hanover Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Spantriever is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Hanover Hound is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Spantriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Hanover Hounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Spantrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Hanover Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Spantrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Hanover Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Spantrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Hanover Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

The Spantriever is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Hanover Hounds may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.