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Group 6 : Hound type dogs, and related breeds
Section 1 : Scent hounds

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American Foxhound
Estados Unidos FCI 303 . Large-sized Hounds

Origin: United States
Character: cunning and affectionate
Weight: 32 and 34 Kg
Height: 53 and 64 cm.
Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

Foxhound Americano

The American Foxhound is sweet, friendly, loyal and very affectionate in a house.

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Characteristics "American Foxhound"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "American Foxhound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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History

Fox hound, American, better known as American Foxhound It is a breed of dog that is very close to the English Foxhound, are hounds, dogs that are guided by smell to hunt foxes.

In 1650, Robert Brooke, brought for the administration of the British colony that was North America a pack of hunting dogs, which became the root of many of the North American hunting dog lines. These dogs remained in the Brooke family about 300 years.

George Washington received fox hunting dogs, French, as the Great Gascony Blue as a gift from the Marquis de Lafayette.

Many of the dogs Washington already owned were descendants of the Brooke family., so when he crossed them with the French, the race began to develop until it reached the present American Foxhound.

Physical characteristics

While the norms of the standard require that the American Foxhound what de 53 to 64 cm in height to the cross, and despite between 29 to 34 kg, Many specimens are, structurally, bigger, females always, slightly smaller than males.

Some breeders have theorized that the variation in height with respect to the standard, It is due to the considerably improved diet the dogs receive currently. Let's not forget that the breed was first recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 (and there the standard was set...), and back then it was a common and traditional practice to feed the Foxhound with a diet they called "dog bread", it was a variant of bread made with cornmeal.

Continuing with the physical characteristics, the Foxhound has long legs, lines of bony. His chest is quite narrow. It has a long snout and large skull, dome shaped. He's a big ear... Yes, He has floppy ears like his first cousins ​​and hazel eyes. (or brown) they are big and bright.

The coat is short and rough. In general, they are very similar to the Beagle, only that foot can be seen that they are taller and larger. Usually have four colors: red, black, and fire, or bluish, They also have white parts.

They tend to throw a good amount of hair in the time of molt, but a weekly brushing will prevent that the sofa is decorated…

Character and skills

The American Foxhound is sweet, friendly, loyal and very affectionate in a house. As with all dogs need a careful training, constant socialization, and one owners who are willing to do enough exercise with your pet!

One Foxhound bored will find by itself, the ways to have fun, and and can be very destructive, Some examples of destruction include, from scratches on doors, destruction of objects found in your path, as toilet paper, for example, as it is very mischievous and, to be quite long, they are able to pick up things of furniture…

If you can not establish a routine walks, Well, at least it would be good if the animal had access to a safe patio, where you can spend your energy, is a good alternative. But, We insist that, the walks, games should be part of your daily life.

Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.1: Large-sized Hounds. ⓘ
  • – AKC – Hound ⓘ

FCI breed standard "American Foxhound"

Origin:
United States

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
07.08.1998

Use:

With working trial.



General appearance:

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Behavior / temperament:

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Head:

Medium long, slightly domed in occiput.

Cranial region:
  • Skull : Wide and full.
  • Depression links (Stop) : Moderately defined.

facial region:

  • Snout : Good length, straight and square cut.
  • Eyes : Large, well separated placement, with typical bloodhound expression; soft look, gentle and nice; brown or hazelnut color.
  • Ears : Rather low implantation, so long that, extended, reach almost to the tip of the nose; texture fine; sufficiently wide and almost lacking erectile capacity; hang close to the head with the leading edge slightly turned towards the cheeks; the tips are rounded.

Neck:

Rises freely and lightly over the shoulders, strong in substance but not heavy, medium long; clean throat, no skin folds; but a slight wrinkle under the angle of the jaw is allowed.

Body:

  • Back : Moderately long, robust and muscular.
  • Pork loin : Wide and slightly arched.
  • Breast : Must be deep, giving space for the lungs; narrower in proportion to its depth than the chest of the English Foxhound; a circumference of 71 cm. (28 inches) is considered optimal in a specimen of 58 cm. (23 inches) height.
  • Ribs : Well arched, the hindquarters well extended back.
  • Flank : A flank of 7,6 cm. (3 inches) confers elasticity.

Tail:

Moderately high insertion, high carried, but never forward on the back; slightly curved and with a very sparse fringe of hair.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Straight, with good bones.

  • Shoulder : Oblique, crisp and muscular, neither heavy nor loaded, that give the impression of freedom of movement with great activity and strength.
  • Metacarpus : Short, straight.
  • Previous feet : of fox; well arched fingers; strong nails; hard, full pads.

LATER MEMBERS :

  • Hips and thighs : Strong and muscular, ensuring a powerful thrust.
  • Knees: Strong and low-set.
  • Warm-tarsal joints : Solid, symmetrical and moderately angled.
  • Hind feet : Compact and strong.

Movement:

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Mantle

HAIR : Medium long, thick, hard texture typical of bloodhound.

COLOR : Any color is allowed.



Size and weight:

  • Males should not measure less than 56 cm. (22 flea) not more than 63,5 cm. (25 inches);
  • females should not measure less than 53 cm. (21 inches) not more than 61 cm. (24 inches).

Measurement should be done with the dog in a natural position, with the limbs well under the body; is taken at the level of the cross.



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

• Very flat skull, narrow at the top, too above- dice.
• Roman nose, the raised, giving the nasal bridge a concave shape.
• Long and pointed snout, or very short, sharply cut under the eyes.
• Small eyes, sharp-eyed like a Terrier, or prominent and bulging.
• High set ears, short, or with a tendency to rise above its insertion point.
• Thick collar, short or rough; worn at the same height as the top of the shoulders Throat with double chin or skin folds.
• Very long back, convex or defeated.
• Flat and narrow spine.
• Excessively wide or shallow chest.
• Flat ribs.
• Long tail, curved in the shape of a handle or inclined from birth forward. Rat tail. Total absence of fringe hair.
• Twisted forelimbs.
• Shoulder blades straight and vertical.
• Elbows turned outward.
• Carpal joint deviated forward or backward.
• Cow tibio-tarsal joints or very straight.
• Long feet, fingers apart, crushed.
• Lack of muscles and drive.
• Short hair, thin or smooth in texture.

SCALE OF POINTS

points

Head

  • Skull 5
  • Snout 5
  • Eyes 5
  • Ears 5

20

Tips

  • Former members 10
  • Hip, thighs and post limbs. 10
  • Pies 15

    • 35

    Body

    • Neck 5
    • Shoulders and chest 15
    • Back, tenderloin and ribs 15

    35

    Fur and tail

    • Fur 5
    • Tail 5

    10
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    TOTAL 100

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

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    Alternative names:

    1. Foxhound (English).
    2. Foxhound (French).
    3. Foxhound (German).
    4. Foxhound americano, Cachorro americano Urrador (Portuguese).
    5. Foxhound americano, Perro de caza de zorros americano (español).

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    Porcelaine
    Francia FCI 30 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Origin: France
    Character: Active and cheerful
    Weight: 25 to 28 kg
    Height: 53,5 to 58,5 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12-13 years

    Porcelana

    The Porcelaine It is a dog living in the family, is extremely friendly and affectionate.

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    History

    The origin of the breed is unknown Porcelaine, although it is probably the oldest dog breed in “Franche-Comté”. It is said to descend from the great "white dogs of Saint-Hubert de Lorraine", themselves descendants of the "royal white dogs" used in royal packs in the time of Francis I. Before the French Revolution, the white and orange hounds were present on the lands of the abbeys of Luxeuil and Cluny.

    After the revolution, the breed was close to extinction, breeding resumed in the mid-19th century with the help of Swiss breeders. In 1844, Similar dogs were called «briquets francs-comtois«. The porcelain name is said to have been given by the Marquis Théodore de Foudras.

    Already in 1898 his race was consolidated. As of this year he could be found in exhibitions.

    The slim build and the noble head are also witnesses to this tradition. In times past the breed was used especially for hunting. This happened especially in Switzerland, France and Italy. There these tracking dogs have been found for centuries.

    Physical characteristics «Porcelain»

    It's a dog very striking within the French dogs, its own structure gives us the pattern that is the great race.

    As shown in the canine group for which they are registered by the Federation Cynologique Internationale, is a Hound of median sizeto. Males have one height the cross of 56 to 58,5 cm and the females of between 53,5 and 56 cm., weighing between 25 and 28 kg.

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    The name Porcelaine He was born in allusion to his bright clothes, It seems made of porcelain. Its skin is white, sometimes with orange spots, most common in ears.

    The eyes are dark and have a loving gaze and intelligent. The ears they are fine and well retracted, they often end in a tip and reach the end of the snout.

    The nose is black with large nasal Windows, It has black eyes and ears that fall, similar to the Labrador.

    The neck It is long and the tail starts thick and just fine, It is quite long and the dog carries slightly curved.

    The hair thick fine is glossy and satin, There must not be any part of the body hairless.

    The color the fur is white. You can submit Orange stains of rounded shape that we extend never forming a mantle, these spots appear many times overlapping other dark spots on the skin.

    Character and skills «Porcelain»

    The Porcelaine It is a bloodhound, that is to say, dogs that search for prey and due to its characteristics it is valid to search for any type of wild animal.

    It has a strong character, energetic, very willful and obstinate when he is hunting. But, When it is at rest is a very be quiet.

    If you live within the family, is extremely friendly and loving. He is patient and well tolerated in children.

    They have a very high level of activity, so he needs a lot of exercise, reason why is not recommended for sedentary people.

    Although they are fierce hunters, they are gentle and relatively easy to educate.

    Care of the «Porcelain»

    the care of him Porcelaine not related to their fur so much. The short-haired breed requires little effort in grooming. But you should pay close attention to your surroundings. A small flat doesn't always do it justice. There your needs are not met.

    But it is not necessary to have a country house to maintain this beautiful breed.. Several walks a day can also keep dogs busy.. This shows that dogs need variety and tasks. Also the game should be in the task list.

    Finding the right “Porcelain” breeder

    If you are interested in this breed of dog and want to find the breeder of Porcelaine suitable, you may have to search for a long time. This breed of dog is rarely found. It also, cubs are often only given to hunters.

    Images of “Porcelain”

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds. ⓘ
    • – Central Canine Society ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "Porcelaine"

    Origin:
    France

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    19.10.1964

    Use:

    Hound



    General appearance:

    Dog used for hunting small game, very distinguished, absolutely french. All the details of its structure underline the nobility of its breed.



    Behavior / temperament:

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    Head:

    It must be very typical of the breed, thin and delicately sculpted. As a whole is rather long.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: It is wide at its height, between the ears; the occipital Protuberance is rounded. The forehead is flat; the median furrow must be marked, but without exaggeration.
    • Depression links (Stop): Marked, but without excess.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: Well developed and very black. The Windows are wide open.
    • Snout: Long appropriate, Neither square nor pointed. The nasal helm is straight, but its end is slightly arched.
    • Lips: The upper lip covers the lower lip without being heavy or pendant. The mucosa of the lips is black.
    • Eyes: Normally developed, They must be looking dark and well protected under the cigomatica arch. The look is intelligent and sweet.
    • Ears: They are thin and well bent. They end up more on tip and reaches to the end of the snout. Its narrow insertion should not be above the eye line.

    Neck:

    It is quite long and lightweight. It may be some dewlap which must be thin and tight appearance.

    Body:

    • Cross: Well outgoing.
    • Back: Wide and straight.
    • Pork loin: Width, well muscled, well together as a whole and not too long.
    • Rump: Somewhat oblique. The tips of the legs are wide apart and slightly protruding.
    • Breast : Amplitude medium, also rather deep. The ribs, in accordance with the chest, they are rather elongated, without being flat.
    • Flanks: Something raised, but full.

    Tail:

    It is well attached to the body. It is quite thick at the root and pointed at the end. Is never thin and medium length (without presenting to tip around the tail long and thick hairs slightly distant in the form of stem). It is carried slightly stooped.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: They are quite long and thin, Although not too thin; tendons are well connected; the limbs are regular.

    • Shoulder: Shoulders of Jockey, long, well muscled and well inclined, though not too thick.

    LATER MEMBERS:

    • Thighs: Well descended, very visible and thin muscles, moderately developed.
    • Hock: Fort and close to the ground. Usually angled.

    FEET: Typically for a French dog rather elongated toes, thin but well together; hard and resistant pads.

    Movement:

    Executed with vitality and agility; easy and indefatigable Gallop.

    Mantle

    SKIN: Thin and elastic. She is grainy with numerous black spots.

    HAIR: Satin, fine, tight and shiny; spotless alopecia.

    COLOR: Very white, stained rounded Orange never extends in the form of blanket. These spots are usually overlapping other black spots of pigmentation of the skin. The orange splashes on the ears are very characteristic of this breed..



    Size and weight:

    You can vary:

    • for males between 55 and 58 cm.,
    • for females between 53 and 56 cm..


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    MISS PLAYOFFS:

    • Cowardice, aggression toward owner.
    • Lack of type.
    • In general all the defects that prevent the use of the dog, such as rickets, defective limbs in excess, insufficient movement range and push.
    • Eyes and nose color clear, excess of depigmented spots.
    • Tail iguanas.
    • Coarse or thick hair.
    • Presence of an orange blanket.
    • A very raised orange spots, pulling to mahogany, grey or mixed with black hairs. The light orange color, but pale and the same lack of spots are not desirable, but they can not be considered eliminatory faults.
    • Size that exceed or that does not reach the above measures. But, You can make an exception with a male that does not exceed a maximum 60 cm., Therefore, it presents excellent general characteristics and can be used as a player..
    • Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..


    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Chien de Franche-Comté (English).
    2. Chien de Franche-Comté, briquets francs-comtois (French).
    3. Chien de Franche-Comté (German).
    4. Porcelaine (Portuguese).
    5. Perro del Franco Condado (español).

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    Small Blue Gascony
    Francia FCI 31 - Medium-sized Hounds

    Origin: France
    Character: Quiet and independent
    Weight: 22 - 26 kg
    Height: 50 - 58 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

    Small Blue Gascony

    The Small Blue Gascony, in general, they are considered docile and very attached to their master, very friendly with children and sociable with other dogs.

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    History

    The Small Blue Gascony is a short legged version of the Great Gascony Blue, his ancestor. But, although the history of the latter extends deep into the history of all of Europe and even the United States, its history has remained closely linked to its country of origin, France.

    Its appearance dates back to the end of the Middle Ages, and more precisely to the sixteenth century. The development of the breed is not the result of crossing the Great Gascony Blue with smaller dogs, but simply from a true selective breeding program that consists of selecting and breeding the smallest individuals, generation after generation. Although they were very efficient in hunting wild boar and large game in packs, the Great Blue was nevertheless a heavy hound, and was not entirely satisfactory in tracking small game in the high forests.

    The Small Blue Gascony was therefore developed for the specific purpose of hunting rabbits, hares and other small game animals. Faster than its predecessor, inherited its tracking and exploration skills from its predecessor. Its use spread in France beyond its region of origin, Gascuña (in the southwest of the country). Unlike many dog ​​breeds that were decimated during these periods, did not suffer much with the French Revolution and the two World Wars. Thanks to his skill in hunting rabbits, has been able to get through these clashes in French history without too many losses, and remain present in relatively constant numbers despite events.

    But, despite this resistance and its renowned performance in hunting small game, very little was exported, unlike his older brother, that set foot in the United States as early as the 18th century. This is mainly due to the fact that Small Blue, raised in herds, it was much less profitable to hunt than the Great Blue, that it was able to attack larger prey and thus provide more food. But, in France, despite this disadvantage, became progressively more popular than with hunters and families.

    However, gained visibility on the international scene in 1963, cuando the International Cynological Federation (FCI) officially recognized the breed. El American United Kennel Club (UKC) did the same in 1991. But, he still has a long way to go in this respect, as they have not been emulated by many other major organizations. These may include, so far, nor the other great American organization, the American Kennel Club (AKC), nor his neighbor the Canadian Kennel Club (CCC), nor the prestigious British Kennel Club, they have taken the step.

    In fact, the Small Blue Gascony is still today mainly present in its country of origin. It has even become more and more popular there in recent decades.. This was particularly surprising in the 1990s. 1980, when it happened 50 annual entries in the Livre des Origines Français (LOF) in the early years of the decade to more than 200 at the end, that is to say, quadrupled. The trend increased in the early 1990s 1990, and the number stabilized at around 450 per year from 1993. There is a new rise at the dawn of the 21st century, when the 550 registrations per year. From 2006 there is a steep decline, so that by the end of 2010 there are only a few 350 births per year. But, this is still more than four times the number that its predecessor, the Great Gascony Blue, can boast.

    Photo: Small Blue Gascony Hound, male «Brigand od Smutne ricky» from kennel «Le Bleu Cardinalis FCI», Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics «Little blue Gascogne hound»

    The Small Blue Gascony has an appearance very close to that of his ancestor, the Great Gascony Blue, and even its size is not so far from the latter, whatever his name is. In fact, with a height of 50 to 58 cm to the cross, is actually a medium-sized dog. The term "small" is more appropriate to describe the size of the game it was designed for..

    The Small Blue Gascony has a noble and proud appearance and a rather gentle general expression. His body is well supported by his back, no excess length, with a slightly sloping croup and a long, open chest that falls to elbow height. Its front legs are powerful and its shoulders are muscular. In general, has a balanced musculature and bone structure, without excess. Its tail is thin and carried like a saber blade.

    Head is slightly domed when viewed from the front, and the forehead is full. The stop (distance between the two eyes) it is little accentuated. The eyes are brown. The nose is very black and wide, and the nostrils are wide open. The whisker pads are not very thick and quite long: the upper lip falls back covering the lower lip. The snout (upper part of muzzle) is the same length as the skull; is strong and slightly arched, which contributes to giving it a noble look. The ears are moderately thin, dangling and curly. Very long, can reach the end of your nose, or even lower.

    The skin of the Small Blue Gascony it is flexible, black or very mottled with black spots, and in any case never completely white. Their mucous membranes are also black. Its pelage is short, semi-thick and well furnished. Its fur is completely mottled, black and white, with a slate bluish glow, hence its name.

    It also, may have more or less numerous and more or less large blackheads. These may include, at head level, usually has two black dots that are not on the top of the skull but that surround its eyes and cover its ears. At the top of the skull there is a white spot with a small oval black dot, typical of the breed. The upper part of the eyebrows are marked with more or less bright tan spots. Traces of tan are also found on the cheeks, the chops, inside the ears and sometimes on the legs and under the tail.

    Last, sexual dimorphism is not very pronounced in this breed: males and females are generally very similar in size and dimensions.

    Character and aptitudes «Little blue Gascogne hound»

    The Small Blue Gascony he is a dog with a pleasant character, calm and affectionate. He is a very good companion dog., but it requires a lot of physical exercise and wide open spaces. Your ideal space is a house with land. It is necessary to take them out for a daily walk outside of hunting season. Dogs are generally very attached to their master. They are also kind to children and sociable with other animals. (dogs, cats…).

    It is a hunting dog that runs well, very diligent in his hunting style, ideal for running after hare. It also shows good qualities for hunting big game, for example wild boar hunting. Finally, the Small Blue Gascony has a magnificent voice and a fine sense of smell.

    Hygiene and health of the “Little Blue Gascogne Hound”

    Grooming

    The Small Blue Gascony often lives outdoors and requires only rudimentary grooming. If you live in the house, weekly brushing is recommended. It can also be useful to bathe him when he returns from hunting…

    Care

    When you come back from hunting or walking, inspect his feet and ears Small Blue Gascony looking for thorns (herbs that get into the skin causing pain and infections). Your floppy ears may be prone to ear infections. It is advised to examine and wash them once a week.

    Health

    The Small Blue Gascony he is a robust dog. You may suffer from otitis. Itching or a bad smell should alert you. The Small Blue Gascony you can also be injured while hunting. A fracture immediately leads to a loss of pressure in the affected limb. Skin tears may be more inconspicuous in the coat. Inspect his wound carefully when you return from the hunt..

    Food

    The dog's diet will depend on both its breed and weight and its lifestyle. The one with Small Blue Gascony must consider, among other things, your activity.

    How much does a “Little Blue Gascogne Hound” cost?

    The price of a puppy Small Blue Gascony often haunt them 650 EUR, but it can reach the 1000 euros for the best subjects.

    As in any other race, the price charged depends on the prestige of the kennel, of the lineage from which the dog descends and its intrinsic characteristics and, in particular, of its conformity with the standard. This explains why there may be price differences between puppies from the same litter.

    In any case, the Small Blue Gascony hard to find outside France, and this is particularly true in North America, despite its recognition by the American UKC. In the case of an import from France, transportation and administrative costs are added to the purchase price. It also, it is necessary, of course, respect the regulations regarding the importation of a dog from abroad.

    Images "Small Blue Gascony"

    Photos:

    1 – Little Gascony Blue Hound by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    2 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, «Bella, Baron i Brigand od Smutne ricky» from kennel «Le Bleu Cardinalis FCI», Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    3 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, female «Clea z Beckova» from kennel «Le Bleu Cardinalis FCI», Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    4 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, female «Clea z Beckova» from husbandry «Le Bleu Cardinalis FCI», Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    5 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, female «Clea z Beckova» from kennel «Le Bleu Cardinalis FCI», Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    6 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, male «Car z Beckova» from kennel «Od Smutné říčky», Czech. The owner – Slavomír Hanáček by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Videos "Small Blue Gascony"

    RAMBO - Small blue gascony - Unconditional love
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    hare with blue gascogne cubs
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    hare with “Petit Bleu de Gascogne”

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds. ⓘ
    • – UKC – Scenthounds ⓘ
    • – Central Canine Society ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "Small Blue Gascony"

    Origin:
    France

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    24.01.1996

    Use:

    This is a multi-use dog. It is used for hunting with a shotgun., and sometimes to chase the game like a hound. His favorite house is the smallest (Hare) but he also goes on the hunt for big game.



    General appearance:

    It is a medium-sized dog, well proportioned and distinguished.



    Behavior / temperament:

    He has a good sense of smell and is good at hunting.. It has a loud bark and easily joins the pack.. He is calm and affectionate and obeys easily.

    Head:

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    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Seen from the front, It is somewhat domed and not too wide. The occipital protuberance is slightly marked. Seen from above, the back has a shallow ogival shape. Forehead is bulging.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Sharp.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Black and wide. The Windows are wide open.
    • Snout : It is the same length as the skull and is strong. The nasal cannula is often slightly arched..
    • Lips : They are not very thick or developed. The upper lip covers the lower lip.
    • Jaws/Teeth : The joint is in the form of scissors. The incisors are set at right angles to the jaws..
    • Cheeks : Thin.

    Eyes : They are oval in shape and brown in color.. Your expression is sweet.

    Ears : They are crooked and moderately thin. They should at least reach the tip of the nose..

    Neck:

    It is long and has some double chin.

    Body:

    • Back : Well accented.
    • Pork loin : Well united, and not too long.
    • Rump : Slightly oblique.
    • Breast : It is long and descends to the level of the elbow. The sternum is quite protruding. Delicately rounded ribs.
    • Flank : It's flat and deep.

    Tail:

    It is thin and reaches to the tip of the hock. It is carried proudly in the shape of a saber.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen in conjunction, They are quite robust.

    • Shoulder : Muscular and moderately oblique.
    • Elbows : Glued to the body.
    • forearms : Strong bones.

    LATER MEMBERS : Seen as a whole they are well proportioned.

    • Thighs : Quite long, muscular, although not in excess.
    • Hock : Width, slightly angled and close to the ground.

    FEET : They have an oval shape; the fingers are thin and close together. The pads and nails are black.

    Movement:

    Regular and executed with ease.

    Mantle

    SKIN : Elastic. Black, or strongly streaked with black spots. It's never completely white. The mucous membranes are black.

    HAIR : Short, semi-thick and well dense.

    COLOR : Completely speckled with black and white, imparting a slate blue reflection. It may or may not be marked with more or less extended black spots. Usually, there are two black spots on each side of the head, that cover the ears, circle the eyes and stop at the cheeks. These do not join over the top of the head, but they leave a white space in the center of which there is often a small oval black spot., typical of the breed. Above the eyes there are two more or less bright tan marks located on the zygomatic arches simulating four eyes.. Traces of tan can also be found on the cheeks, the lips, the inside of the ears, the limbs and under the tail.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • For males : 52 to 58 cm.,
    • for females : 50 to 56 cm..


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the above mentioned criteria is considered as missing and the gravity of this is considered in proportion to the degree of deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog.

    Head :

    • Short.
    • Skull too flat, Strait, or width.
    • Short ears, high insertion, that are not twisted enough.

    Body :

    • Too long, loose top line, lack of volume.
    • Croup sagging.
    • Diverted tail.

    Tips :

    • Insufficiently developed bones.
    • Straight shoulders.
    • Hock closed, seen from behind.
    • Crushed feet.

    Behavior :

    • Shy dog.

    MISS PLAYOFFS :

    • Fearful or aggressive dog.
    • Characteristics that do not correspond to the type.
    • Notable lack that causes any impediment.
    • Serious anatomical deformation.
    • Upper or lower prognathism.
    • Light eyes.
    • Any other coat that is not established by the standard.

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Petit bleu de Gascogne (English).
    2. Petit bleu de Gascogne (French).
    3. Petit bleu de Gascogne (German).
    4. Petit bleu de Gascogne (Portuguese).
    5. Petit bleu de Gascogne, Sabueso azul de Gascuña (español).

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    Bernese Hound
    Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Independent and friendly.
    Weight: 19 - 20 kg
    Height: Males: 49-59 cm.. females: 47-57 cm.
    Life expectancy: 13 - 14 years

    Bernese Hound

    The Bernese Hound It is mainly used for hunting hare.

    Content

    History

    The Swiss Hound has a very ancient origin. Its existence in Switzerland since the time of the Romans is verified thanks to a mosaic discovered in Avanches that represents hunting dogs whose characteristics coincide with the varieties of Swiss Hound. In the 15th century it was appreciated by Italian fans and in the 18th century by the French due to its extraordinary ability to hunt hare.. Its original local breeding was probably influenced by French small game dogs brought to Switzerland by mercenaries.. In the year 1882 a standard was established for each of the five existing varieties of Swiss Hound. In 1909 These standards were revised, confirming the total disappearance of the Thurgau Hound. The 22 in January of 1933 established a uniform standard for the 4 Swiss Hound varieties. The original variety of Jura Hound type St. Hubert has disappeared today.

    There are four varieties of Swiss Hound:

    Photo: Bernese Hound during dogs show in Katowice, Poland by Lilly M, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics

    In the Bernese Hound the coat is white with black spots or saddle, sometimes slightly mottled. Light to dark beige marks the upper part of the eyes, cheeks, the inner side of the ears and around the anus.

    ▷ Male weight: 15 to 20 kg
    ▷ female weight: 15 to 20 kg
    ▷ The size of the male: 49 to 59 cm.
    ▷ female size: 49 to 59 cm.

    Character and skills

    The Bernese Hound he is alive and passionate. Its sensitivity is valued as positively as its ease of use and its attachment to the dog handler. When you follow a clue, expansive and fluid movements are noticeable, as well as the good thrust of the hindquarters. You can feel strength, stamina and temperament, so her fine nose is closely tied to the track.

    Acute smell is atypical for Bernese Hound, whose passion for hunting is so tireless that the dog handler must prevent the dog from exaggerating beforehand. Otherwise, the dog chases the prey until he catches it himself. Diligent search is desirable, but the dog, except when used in the pack, must always remain in the hand of his guide.

    While the Bernese Hound he was used in his homeland mainly as a lone deer hunter, foxes and hares; In western Switzerland, wild boar hunts are also carried out with hound dogs. In France and Italy they are more likely to continue to be used for herd hunting of hare, wild boar and deer.

    In Switzerland, the Bernese Hound They are mainly used for patent and district hunting. In patent hunting, three to six hunters usually form a hunting party. They are distributed among the different posts and the dogs are tied simultaneously at a previously agreed time. This promotes the independent search of each dog and also the pursuit of hares or deer as a lone hunter.. For the hunt to be successful, the hunter must know which path the game will take to be able to shoot it with a shotgun at a maximum distance of 30 m.
    During a hunt on hunting ground there are large groups of up to 30 hunters. The hunt leader distributes the hunters in different positions, while a hunter goes on the hunt with all the dogs, and finally hold all the dogs at once. Here the hunt leader must know how the game flees and, therefore, distribute hunters' positions. While hunting in the hunting ground, the hare, the deer and sometimes also the fox are shot from a maximum distance of 30 m.

    Off the hunt, the Bernese Hound he is a nice and quiet family member. with whom you are closely linked.

    Characteristics "Bernese Hound"

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds. ⓘ
    • – UKC – Scenthounds ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "Bernese Hound"

    Origin:
    Switzerland

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    28.11.2001

    Use:

    It is a small game hound that hunts hares, deer, foxes and sometimes wild boars. He is an independent hunter by hunting with a bark. Searches and corners its prey with great safety even in difficult terrain.



    General appearance:

    It is a dog with medium height at the withers. Your body structure indicates strength and tenacity. Its slim head with long snout and long ears give it an expression of nobility.

    There are four varieties of Swiss Hound :

    • Bernese Hound
    • Jura Hound
    • Lucerne Hound
    • Schwyz Hound

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

    • Body length : Height at withers = approx. 1.15 : 1.
    • Height of the withers : chest depth = approx. 2 : 1.
    • Length of the nasal shank : skull length = approx. 1 : 1.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Lively and passionate about hunting. Sensitive, manageable and faithful.

    Head:

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    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Long, narrow, delgado, noble. Bulging skull, visible occipital protrusion. The direction of the longitudinal axis of the skull and the muzzle shows a slight divergence. No frontal groove, no folds or wrinkles.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Not too developed.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Completely black, well developed; nostrils wide open.
    • Snout : Nobly developed, narrow ; it is not square or pointed ; the muzzle is straight or very slightly convex.
    • Lips : Moderately developed, the upper lips perfectly cover the lower jaw ; slightly open corner.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Powerful jaw. Powerful scissor bite, regular and complete, that is, the upper incisors overlap the lower ones without leaving space between them and the teeth are implanted vertically in the maxilla. Pincer bite allowed. The lack of one or two PM1 or PM2 is acceptable (premolars 1 or 2) . M3 are not taken into account (molars).
    • Cheeks : Loose, non-protruding supraciliary arches.

    Eyes : They are more or less light or dark brown depending on the color of the coat ; they are medium in size and slightly oval. The edges of the eyelids are well pigmented. The eyelids are well adherent. The expression is sweet.

    Ears : Placed below the eye line, in the posterior part of the cranial region and never implanted in its maximum width. Its length must reach at least the tip of the nose. The pinna is not prominent. The ears are thin. He wears them down, bent and twisted ; they are rounded at the bottom and have a fine, soft coat.

    Neck:

    Long, elegant, with good musculature ; throat skin is loose without forming a noticeable dewlap.

    Body:

    • top line : The neck, the back, The rump and tail form a harmonious and noble line.
    • Cross : Bit strong, free and elegant neck insert.
    • Back : Firm and straight. : Muscular and slightly arched.
    • Rump : Elongated, extends the line of the back harmoniously and descends gently. It is not higher than the cross. The crest of the iliac bone is not too prominent.
    • Breast : Deeper than wide, well descended, reaches to the tips of the elbows. Elongated rib cage with slightly arched ribs.
    • Bottom line and belly : Belly slightly pulled back ; full flanks.

    Tail:

    Inserted in the extension of the croup. It is of medium length and tapers towards the tip ; at its end it has a slight incline up ; noble. In general, it remains hanging at rest and when walking calmly, without showing an important bend ; When he is attentive or in action he carries it along the line of his back , but never resting in it nor in a curled way. Is well covered with hair, but it doesn't have a spike shape.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

    • As a whole : They are well muscled, thin and not heavy in appearance. Seen from the front they are parallel and from the side they look vertical ; his bones are strong with his feet pointed forward.
    • Shoulder : Long oblique shoulder blades, closely linked to the rib cage. The ideal angulation of the scapulohumeral joint is approximately 100°.
    • Arm : A little longer than the shoulder blade, placed obliquely, closely attached to the chest. His musculature is fine.
    • Elbows : Naturally glued to the side.
    • Forearm : Straight, strong, delgado.
    • Carpo : Strong, wide metacarpus : Relatively short; Seen from the front it is located on the perpendicular line of the forearm; seen from the side it is slightly inclined.
    • Front feet : Rounded, with compact fingers ; hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

    LATER MEMBERS :

    • As a whole : They have strong muscles and are in a balanced relationship with the forelimbs ; seen from behind the hind legs are vertical and parallel.
    • Thigh : Long and oblique, powerful although his muscles are thin. The angulation of the coxofemoral joint is approximately 100°.
    • Knee : No inward or outward deviations. Angulation of the femoral-tibian joint approximately 120°.
    • Leg : Relatively long, thin, visible muscles and tendons under the skin.
    • Hock : Tibiotarsal joint angulation approximately 130°.
    • Metatarsus : Pretty short, placed vertically and parallel. Without spurs, except in countries, in which amputation is not allowed by law.
    • Rear feet : Rounded, with compact fingers, hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

    Movement:

    It is unfolded, regular, harmonious and with good scope. Has good impulse from the hindlimbs. Drive the limbs parallel and straight. The cross moves smoothly and regularly up and down, the back remains straight and the head and neck wobble slightly from side to side.

    Mantle

    SKIN : Fina, flexible, well adherent, whose color varies in each of the four varieties.

    • Bernese Hound : Skin is black under black hair and blackish-white marbling under white hair.
    • Jura Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under tan hair..
    • Lucerne Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under blue-flecked hair..
    • Schwyz Hound : It is dark gray under the orange hair and blackish-white marbling under the white hair..

    HAIR : Is short, smooth, thick, very fine on the head and ears.

    COLOR :

    • Bernese Hound : White with black spots or a black saddle-shaped spot. Tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the inside of the ears and around the anus. Sometimes very lightly splattered (black splash).

    • Jura Hound : Tan with black cape, sometimes nuanced black or black with tan over the eyes, cheeks, around the anus and on the extremities ; sometimes with a small white spot on the chest ; this stain may be splattered (black or gray splashes).

    • Lucerne Hound : Called blue, with a mixture of black and white hairs, intensely splashed, with black spots or a saddle-shaped spot ; tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the chest, around the anus and on the extremities ; a black cape is allowed.

    • Schwyz Hound : White with orange or orange "saddle" spots, sometimes with orange splashes ; an orange coat is allowed.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • Males : 49-59 cm..
    • females : 47-57 cm No tolerance.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    • Rough appearance, vulgar, weak body structure.
    • Discordant proportions between body length, the height of the withers and the height of the chest.
    • Skull too wide, too convex or too flat.
    • Stop too marked.
    • Very short or very long snout, too square or pointed.
    • Concave nasal bridge.
    • Lack of more than two premolars PM1 or PM2. Los M3 (molars 3) are not taken into account.
    • Thick lips.
    • Light eyes, acute expression, non-adherent eyelids.
    • Ears that are too short or flattened, thick or set very high.
    • Very short neck.
    • Double chin too marked.
    • Saddled or arched back (carp back).
    • Croup too inclined or too short.
    • Rib cage not deep enough, too flat or barrel-shaped.
    • Retracted belly, fallen flanks.
    • Tail with poor insertion, carried too high, very bent, stooped, very coarse or spike-shaped tail.
    • Extremities with bones that are too thin or in a bad position.
    • Very sloping shoulders, arm too short.
    • Weak carpal joints.
    • Insufficient angulations of the hind limbs ; cow or barrel shaped limbs.
    • Dewclaws on the hind limbs, except in countries in which amputation is not permitted by law.
    • Rough coat, not smooth.
    • Flaws in color and markings.

    1. Bernese Hound : Too many black splashes on the white. Tan or white on the outside of the ears.
    2. Jura Hound : Uniform color. Noticeable white patch or heavily speckled patch on the chest.
    3. Lucerne Hound : Lack of « blue » splash. Tan on the outside of the ears.
    4. Schwyz Hound : Too many orange splashes on the white. Uniform color. White on the outside of the ears.

    • Slightly fearful or aggressive behavior.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Excessively fearful or aggressive dog.
    • Atypical general appearance of the breed.
    • Completely depigmented nose.
    • Upper or lower prognathism, incisor arcade deviated.
    • Ectropion, entropion (even if it had been operated).
    • Horn tail, threaded, knotty the hook.
    • Size above or below tolerance.

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Varieties of «Swiss Hounds»

    The four varieties of Swiss Hounds have their own specific hunting characteristics.:

    – The Bernese Hound, with her beautiful throat ("the howler of the Jura"), demanding, mainly used for hares;
    – He "Jura Hound«, an excellent recuperator
    – The Lucerne Hound, reminiscent of Small Blue Gascony, he is an active and passionate dog that hunts deer very well;
    – The "Hound of Schwyz", less widespread outside of Switzerland, is reserved for rabbits and hares.

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    English Foxhound
    Gran Bretañaa FCI 159 - Large-sized Hounds

    Origin: England, United Kingdom
    Character: Energetic and outgoing
    Weight: 25 - 34 kg
    Height: 58 - 64 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 13 years

    Foxhound Inglés

    The English Foxhound is dog friendly appreciates life in the pack, where he gets along with his peers.

    Content

    English Foxhound History

    The English Foxhound can be considered a classic among British hunting dogs. This traditional breed is probably a cross between the Bracken medieval and the greyhounds, which were supposed to provide more lightness to previously heavier tracking dogs. Its field of application was and is hunting, more precisely: fox hunting mounted in pack, also called "hunting by force". In this hunt, the herd chases game animals such as roe deer or foxes until they are exhausted.. Persistent dogs can stay on their prey's heels for up to five hours. Although they are not faster than the pursued, tire the hunt so that the human hunter can hunt it. "Hunting by force" flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries, when it was practiced by the German nobility, British and French. Only the aristocracy could afford this elaborate form of hunting, and often destroyed numerous fields under the hooves of horse carts on the miles of unpredictable routes.

    In the meantime, this form of hunting is prohibited in Great Britain, as well as in most European countries. In Germany, by the way, this prohibition was not originally justified by the practice of hunting, which is questionable from an animal welfare point of view. Rather, prohibition, when came into force in the years 30, was intended to limit the privileges of the nobility – and therefore also hunting. But a few decades later, hunting laws confirmed the ban. But this was not the end for him English Foxhound: Today, trawling is a friendly alternative – not the killing of the hunt, but the joy of riding fast along with the pack is the main focus. In 1964 the breed was recognized by the FCI. Besides of English Foxhound, there is also the American Foxhound, slightly lighter construction.

    Physical Characteristics English Foxhound

    He bears a strong physical resemblance to him. Beagle, Although it is slightly larger. The average size of English Foxhound varies slightly depending on the gender of the animal. The males measure between 55 and 62,5 cm. up the cross, and females in 50,5 to 60 cm. up the cross. Generally weigh between 25 and 34 kg. Their fur is short and hard, tricolor-negro color, White and toasted or bicolor with a white background. It has a light head, and with pronounced eyebrows. The ears are medium and droopy, Hound style. His muscular back, It has straight legs and well located porte alegre queue, Whip style. The long legs allow the English Foxhound at a fast pace.

    Character and skills English Foxhound

    This friendly dog ​​appreciates life in the pack, where he gets along with his peers. In keeping with your original purpose and the life of your ancestors, almost without exception they lived in large herds, the English Foxhound show good obedience, but does not usually establish close relationships with humans individually. Even today the dogs grow up in the pack and stay there. If a stronger impression on humans is desired, the English Foxhound would have to be removed from the pack already at puppy age, but this is not practiced, because these dogs are primarily professional hunting companions and not companion dogs. It also, the Foxhound always retains a relatively high degree of stubbornness and does not show a pronounced "will to please". Despite your stubbornness, the breed also has an affectionate side: to much Foxhounds they love to be petted and are also quite playful.

    English Foxhound Education

    Most of the English Foxhounds are hunters and receive proper hunting dog training, which is absolutely necessary. When you keep a English Foxhound as a companion dog, there may be some obstacles to overcome, because this breed is a passionate hunter who does not have a close relationship with people individually. Especially if you have lived in a pack for a long time, it is difficult to establish a close relationship with the sociable four-legged friend.

    Promote the bond with common rituals and a lot of positive motivation. This doesn't always have to consist of treats – petting or small games can also reward this breed of dog. The breed is considered to be very social and gets along very well with its peers. It should be clear to everyone that this four-legged friend has a great hunting instinct, adjust your walks accordingly and make sure the neighbor's cat or puppies by the roadside remain safe.

    The diet of the English Foxhound

    The English Foxhound needs a species-appropriate food, what it means: It must contain a lot of meat! Offer your English Foxhound grain-free wet or dry food, where meat is the main ingredient. Particularly for Foxhounds who are hunters, the energy requirement depends largely on the calories actually consumed – on days with long runs up to 15 km, the four-legged friend needs correspondingly more energy. A food with a higher fat content is recommended for the most demanding sports needs. Give your dog the last portion about three hours before a sports session, so you have enough time to digest it before you start. Snacks are rarely necessary even during the longest sports drives. It is important that you Foxhound get a nice meal and a long rest after the job is done. The Foxhound it is a very good food processor – to avoid being overweight, watch your waistline and cut your portions accordingly when you start to gain weight. Dry chews are a welcome change to the four-legged friend's diet. But, avoid feeding the rumen with food, as it is suspected of promoting bloodhound ataxia in Foxhounds.

    Remember to give plenty of fluids to drink: allow your Foxhound drink water at least once an hour, even during a hunt. There should always be enough fresh water available for all the four-legged friends in the kennel.

    English Foxhound Health

    One Foxhound healthy is basically a very robust quadruped. But if you want to keep these dogs running, you must inform yourself in advance about the call Hound Ataxia. This is a neurological disorder that mainly affects the Foxhounds and to the Beagle. It usually occurs between the second and seventh year of life and manifests as movement disorders and spasticity. The cause is a breakdown of the white matter in the thoracic cord and of the gray matter in the dog's brain stem.. It is not conclusive if feeding in the rumen favors the outbreak of the disease; However, it is recommended to avoid it as a precautionary measure. Usually, the disease continues to progress without effective treatment options. The English Foxhounds they should also be screened for hip dysplasia before breeding with them. It also, it is important to avoid being overweight, since the English Foxhounds that don't have enough demand get fat quickly. Dogs can reach an age of up to 13 years.

    Activity with the English Foxhound

    Many kilometers at full gallop – this is the amount of work that English Foxhounds not only drive but also appreciate. Trawling is a good alternative to the old hunts and is now organized throughout Europe, for example, in trawling clubs. The animals follow a foxtail or a brine trail from the rumen that drips from the containers that the riders carry later. If, even if it is not the ideal case, you have a English Foxhound that is not used for hunting, you can take him for a bike ride or learn about sports like canicross. It also, their Foxhound should have room to romp, ideally within a large fenced property and with other dogs of the same species. If your specimen is no longer able to hunt due to physical handicaps, give him a mental workload instead and see if slower nasal work, like guided mantrailing, it's a good idea for your dog.

    Caring for the English Foxhound

    The short, soft coat of the English Foxhound does not present a challenge in terms of grooming. Regular brushing or massaging with a grooming mitt removes excess fur and is a pleasure for many quadrupeds.. Especially if you don't have a English Foxhound in a pack but as a companion dog, you should practice such bonding rituals with him from an early age. With older dogs, the claws should be examined regularly to avoid painful hooking when they get too long.. You should also regularly check your dog's coat for parasites and discuss prophylaxis with your vet..

    Where can I find an English Foxhound?

    This breed is usually bred by hunters for hunters, and that's a good thing. If you are interested in having these dogs and you have the time, money and space to raise a herd, you can find out in the trawling clubs. You're probably already familiar with them anyway, because without this form of organized hunting, forming your own herd makes little sense. In any case, stay away from Foxhounds individuals who were raised without papers and whose parents are not hunters. Most of them are dubious sellers who want to make money with the classic hunting dog. Puppies are not usually Foxhounds pure-bred, but mixed races. It is wiser to resort to the animal welfare when looking for mixed-breed dogs with a part of Foxhound, instead of supporting dubious breeding practices.

    If you are looking for a English Foxhound adult, you can find one at professional trawler clubs, for example. These always give away older dogs that are not suitable for very demanding use in trawling.. But, you should ask yourself critically and clarify in discussions with the pack leader if you have the possibility to offer this sporting dog with the characteristics already described a species-appropriate home.

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    1 – Foxhound inglés by https://pxhere.com/en/photo/1044061
    2 – English Foxhounds. Cheshire Game and Country Fair 2014 by Photograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net)., CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    3 – Foxhound inglés by https://pixabay.com/de/photos/hund-foxhound-970780/
    4 – Foxhound inglés by https://www.needpix.com/photo/1391525/foxhounds-foxhound-dog-horse-horses-riders-horseriders-hunt-hunting
    5 – English Foxhound, male by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    6 – Foxhound inglés by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/1044065

    Videos "English Foxhound"

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.1: Large-sized Hounds. ⓘ
    • – AKC – Hound ⓘ
    • – ANKC – Group 4 (Hounds) ⓘ
    • – CKC – Group 2 – Hounds ⓘ
    • – ​KC – Hound ⓘ
    • – NZKC – Hound ⓘ
    • – UKC – Scenthounds ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "English Foxhound"

    Origin:
    England, United Kingdom

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    26.03.2009

    Use:

    Pack dog for mounted hunting.



    General appearance:

    Well balanced, powerful and clean cut.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Great vigor and endurance, with natural ability to hunt. Friendly and not aggressive.

    Head:

    Well balanced.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : It is flat and of medium width.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Light.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Large nostrils.
    • Snout : Long and square.
    • Belfos: Moderately developed.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Strong jaws with a perfect scissors bite, regular and complete, the upper incisors closely overlapping the lower incisors and being implanted at right angles to the jaw.

    Eyes : Medium-sized, hazel or brown. Cunning expression.

    Ears : Falls, carried close to the head, high insertion.

    Neck:

    Long, slightly arched, well developed without being clumsy.

    Body:

    • Back : Wide and level.
    • Pork loin : Strong.
    • Breast : Deep, well arched ribs.

    Tail:

    High insertion. Happily carried but never curled on the back.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Long, straight and good-boned down to the feet.

    • Shoulder : Well oblique back, muscular without being heavily loaded.
    • Metacarpus : Strong.

    LATER MEMBERS : Powerful and well muscled. From good bones to the feet.

    • Knee : Well angled.
    • Hocks : Well descended.

    FEET : Round, tight and strong. Well developed pads. Strong nails. Optional spurs.

    Movement:

    Free movement, tireless with the ability to gallop. Good rear thrust with no hint of rocking.

    Mantle

    HAIR : Short and dense. Impermeable.

    COLOR : Any color and brand accepted on the hounds.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross : About 58-64 cm.. (23-25 inches).



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Foxhound (English).
    2. Foxhound (French).
    3. Foxhound (German).
    4. English Foxhound (Portuguese).
    5. Foxhound (español).

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    Vizsla
    Hungría FCI 57 . Braque Type

    Origin: Hungary
    Character: Strong and sweet
    Weight: 18 to 30 Kg
    Height: 53 to 63 cm.
    Life expectancy:

    Vizsla

    The Vizsla or Hungarian Braco It is a breed of dog originating in Hungary.. It is one of the best sporting and companion dogs, but little known outside his native Hungary.

    The Vizsla was already known from the beginning of Hungarian history. The ancestors of today's Vizsla were the trusted hunting dogs and favorites of the Magyar tribes who lived in the Carpathian Basin in the 10th century.. There are primitive prints in stone - thousand years- It shows a Magyar Hunter with his Falcon and his Vizsla. The first written reference to the Vizsla breed was recorded in a chronic illustrated of the year 1357.

    They were the companion dogs of royalty and barons early in the war, for which reason, the blood of the Vizsla has preserved its purity for centuries. The landed aristocracy jealously guarded them and encouraged the development of their hunting ability.Yellow pointer”. Records of letters and writings from the time show the high esteem in which Vizsla dogs were held..

    The Vizsla, in spite of hard historical times which became, he survived the Turkish occupation (1526-1696), to the Hungarian Revolution (1848-49), the first and second world war, and the Russian occupation. But, was several times on the verge of extinction... In the year 1800 in Hungary the population of specimens of English Pointer and German Shorthaired Pointer, because they were more accessible to the entire population, This action, took them for the first time, on the verge of extinction, and then, the other nearest point was after World War II, when they thought they really..., they had disappeared.

    Then, in Hungary a national survey of sports hunters was carried out, and the results revealed that only a dozen purebred Vizsla dogs had survived the debacle and were living in the country. From these copies, the race came to fame once more, After carrying out a thorough programme of recovery of the race. Outside of Hungary, Vizsla are commonly bred in Romania, Austria, Slovakia and Serbia.

    The Vizsla at reached United States at the end of World War II and as the interest and devotion to the race was on the rise, the owners formed the Vizsla Club of America in order to obtain official recognition of the breed by the AKC to, took place the 25 in November of 1960.

    The Vizsla was used in the development of other races, as of the Weimaraner, of the Vizsla hair hard and Braco German for short hair. There is considerable controversy regarding the races that, along with other Pointer breeds, were used to reestablish the Vizsla breed at the end of the 19th century. In any case, the similarity between the three races is undeniable…

    The Vizsla is a medium-size of short hair dog, and elegant porte, light structure, with well defined muscles, that share physical characteristics with the Weimaraner or Weimaraner. Frequently confused them with dogs of other breeds such as, Redbone Coonhound, Braco of Weimar and the Rhodesian Ridgeback. Although with the races that closest thing it has is with Redbone Coonhound, the Weimaraner, the Vizsla is, As we said, the muscles are more defined and it is thinner than the aforementioned breeds.. The males measure of 56 to 63 cm. of height to the cross and weigh in 20 to 30 kg; the females measure of 53 to 61 cm. of height to the cross and weigh 18 to 25 kg. The Weimar Braco and Rhodesian Ridgeback are larger.

    The nose of the Vizsla always has a reddish color that is mixed with the standard colour of the fur, It consists of different shades of the color solid oro-óxido (copper, brown, Golden reddish and Golden dark sand). The color of the eyes and nails should also mingle with the color of the fur (if the latter is not fulfilled, then we would talk about another race).

    Some variations in the Vizsla's coat color may show markings along its back.Saddle’, is typical of the breed and for that reason, It is often confused with Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    According to him American Kennel Club (AKC) and their standard of the breed, the Vizsla must have short hair, smooth, dense and glued to the body, without woolly subpelo. The Vizsla is not an animal prepared to live outdoors due to the absence of double layer, which leads them to be more susceptible to cold and intense heat. They are very clean dogs, they do not need to be bathed often, do not usually give off the characteristic “odor to dog” detectable by humans. After their forays into lakes and rivers they will develop a scent that is a very faint version of the "wet dog" scent.. A quick bath and the odor will vanish.

    The Vizsla is a natural Hunter endowed with an extraordinary sense of smell, comparable to the Pointer and an above-average learning ability. Although they are encouraged, kind, emotional and sensitive, they are equally intrepid and have a well-developed protective instinct. Its hunting style is near, laceando without moving away from the Hunter hunting for the hand. They hunt in terrain, they are very versatile, and they can hunt all kinds of parts, either hair or feather. They are very athletic and resistant. Its recovery capacity is high, charge very well and can train you very easily.

    Not only are large crawlers, but also, excellent collectors. Both on Earth and since water that, they are very good swimmers. Like all dogs hunting, the Vizsla require a good deal of exercise to stay healthy and happy. He is very intelligent and likes to feel challenged and stimulated, both mentally and physically. That is why they need training according to their characteristics, sweet, consistent and dedicated.

    The Vizsla is a very energetic dog, soft and delicate manners, fair, loving and very warm. They often form close bonds with their owners, including children, that is why sometimes, they are nicknamed "velcro dog” due to his loyalty and affection, far from being lap it is always close to his master. They are quiet dogs, They ladrarán only if necessary. Many sleep in bed with their owners and, If they are allowed, They shall always endeavour to make a huequito under the sheets.

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    Blue Gascony Griffon
    Francia FCI 32 - Medium-sized Hounds

    Origin: France
    Character: Loyal and hardworking
    Weight: 18 - 20 kg
    Height: Males: 50 - 57 cm. - females: 48 - 55 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

    Blue Gascony Griffon

    Originally bred for their tracking qualities, the Blue Gascony Griffon they are also affectionate companion dogs

    Content

    History

    As its name implies, the roots of Blue Gascony Griffon are closely linked to the former French region of Gascony, which includes the lands between Bordeaux, Toulouse and Pyrenees. Some 14th-century writings recount the existence of a blue-haired hunting dog that was effective at tracking wild boar and deer., which is probably his ancestor.

    Although we know with some accuracy where the race originated, it is more difficult to trace your family tree exactly before the decade of 1920.

    But, it is believed to be a cross between the Great Gascony Blue, which in turn is the product of several crosses of old hounds (including the Bloodhound), and a french griffon: or the Griffon Nivernais or the Grand Griffon Vendéen. It is not possible to establish precisely which of the two is, because the available descriptions are too imprecise, but at least it is acquired that it is a French griffon.

    In 1920, a special normalization commission of the club Great Gascony Blue, of the Small Blue Gascony and of the Blue Gascony Griffon first established a standard for the latter, what allowed the Livre des Origines Français (LOF) officially differentiate him from his cousins. In fact, Until then it was considered a simple variety of the Great Gascony Blue. But, was not up 1963 which was officially recognized by the FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale).

    This did not prevent the gradual decline of the breed, in particular due to its geographic isolation and confidentiality. In fact, was close to extinction, so that in 1977 only 10 individuals of 3 distinct lines were listed in the LOF. But, the situation improved considerably in the following years, since the number exceeded 100 in 1981.

    At the beginning of the decade of 1990, the breed even saw a major revival in popularity with hunting enthusiasts, both in France and abroad (dog exports to Italy, Switzerland, Mauritius, Canada, Netherlands…), which led to an increase in the number of births. So that, the number of annual registrations LOF increased less than 80 prior to 1990 to more than 500 in 1994, and even more than 800 in 1996, before stabilizing between 700 and 800 in the following years.

    This madness in France and abroad led to United Kennel Club, one of the leading organizations in the United States, to recognize the race in 1991. But, didn't actually make emulators: for example, neither him American Kennel Club (AKC), neither him Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), nor the prestigious British Kennel Club took the step.

    Aware of the danger that this sudden interest could represent for the health of the few remaining specimens, with the risk, in particular, of health abuses caused by an intensive breeding program to meet a high demand, the Club of Small Blue Gascony, of the Gascon Saintongeois and Ariégeois, in charge of the improvement of the race and affiliated with the Société Centrale Canine (SCC), proposed to the Conservatory of Regional Biological Heritage the elaboration of a safeguarding and improvement plan. This approach (and the strict breeding practices that followed) contributed to the preservation of the good health of the breed, without hindering its development. So, in the first decade of the century, about 850 births were counted each year by the LOF. Since then, the figure has decreased slightly, but there is still an average of 600 to 700 by year.

    Photo: French Blue Gascony Griffon: Griffon Bleu de Gascogne by Alephalpha, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics «Grifón Blue Gascuña»

    The Blue Gascony Griffon it is rustic and solidly built. Very athletic, has a well-developed chest and a short, straight back that extends into a rather shaggy tail carried like a saber blade.

    The head is ogival shaped, slightly vaulted, with a full forehead and a snout with a slight stop, sometimes slightly arched. The nose is black and wide. The eyes are oval, and its color varies between dark brown and brown. It also, despite his wide eyebrows, his look is very expressive. Located just below the eye line, the ears are flexible, curly and not very pointed, and reach the tip of the nose.

    The mark of this dog is its hard and rough coat, giving it a slightly shaggy look. The coat is completely black and white, giving it the slate blue glow that gave it its name. Your body may also have a few more or less extensive black spots. In the head, there are usually two black spots on each side of the skull, covering ears, wrapping the eyes and stopping at the cheeks. These spots are separated in the upper part of the skull by a white hole, in the middle of which there is usually a small oval black spot, typical of the breed. More or less bright brown marks also color the upper part of the eyebrow, cheeks, whisker pads, the inside of the ear, as well as the extremities and the lower part of the tail.

    Last, sexual dimorphism is only slightly pronounced in this breed: the female is usually only a few centimeters smaller than the male.

    Size:

    • Males of 50 to 57 cm.
    • females of 48 to 55 cm..
    • Weight: 18 to 20 kg

    Character and skills "Gascuña Azul Giffon"

    Originally bred for their tracking qualities, the Blue Gascony Griffon They are also affectionate companion dogs that adapt well to family life., as long as the family is active. Loyal and very attached to their teachers, as shown through various displays of affection, accompany them in all their activities with great enthusiasm and energy, without the need for undue attention.

    He is a dog that loves children, with whom he is very patient and gentle. Generally well returned, representing excellent playmates for him, also bursting with energy. It is much less suitable for the elderly, they will soon find it exhausting.

    Used to living in a group, can be alone during the day, but it only prospers if it has company at all times. Adopting an extra dog can be a solution to help you cope with the absence of its owner.

    People and animals who are strangers to the dog generally receive a reserved but not aggressive welcome. Take the time to observe them before deciding what attitude to adopt.

    This relative distance does not make it a good guardian, especially because it is not very territorial. In fact, if he barks when he sees a newcomer, it is more to announce your presence than to prevent you from passing and dissuade you from moving on.

    Coexistence with other dogs in the house is perfectly possible and usually does not pose any particular problem.. Even when you don't know them yet, the Blue Gascony Griffon he is very sociable with his companions, and is both curious and peaceful once introduced. They don't try to dominate other dogs, and they will only attack if they are repeatedly and aggressively confronted by them.

    On the other hand, it is not a good idea to try to get him to live in a house that also has a cat or small pet (like a rodent or a bird). Being a hunter at heart, would tend to relentlessly chase him around the house, even if you receive a strict education on the subject.

    True electric battery and always with the truffle glued to the ground, the Blue Gascony Griffon only really flourishes in large spaces and houses with gardens. Although he likes to gasp for hours at his family's feet, not a city dweller, and is very likely to attract the ire of the neighborhood with his inopportune howls. By the way, can live perfectly well in an outdoor dog house, as long as you have enough to stimulate your intelligence and abilities – especially through play sessions with his teacher.

    He particularly likes to snoop, sniff out clues and follow them to their source without being distracted by anything. This trait is very popular with hunting dogs., but it is more problematic for companion dogs, as it can lead them to run away or stubbornly go in one direction while walking. A high fence should be provided at home, and a strong strap should be used to keep its paws – if you are not paying attention – To walk. A connected GPS collar can also be a good investment to make sure you know when he's out for a walk at all times.

    In addition to hunting, this hardworking and hardy dog ​​has a taste for many other activities. Enjoy throwing games (to be played in moderation, as they reinforce their chasing instinct), object search games (that challenge your exceptional sense of smell), the long walks, the race, swimming or even canicross, in which it excels. Almost everything can be found thanks to your eyes, as long as it comes to exercising and / or pleasing your master.

    In any case, if your significant need for exercise is not met, it is likely to attack objects and plants in the house to evacuate its excess energy, or even your stress.

    Educación «Grifón Blue de Gascuña»

    The kindness of the Blue Gascony Griffon and his loyalty make him an obedient and diligent student. But, do not forget that he is an intelligent dog, which means he learns the commands just as fast as the nonsense.

    It also, it is important to socialize him from an early age to limit his shyness and natural distrust of people and dogs he does not know. This is especially true if you are intended for hunting, since then it is more likely that you will meet other dogs that you do not know.

    Having said that, they are quite docile companions, easy to train and educate: an ideal breed of dog for a novice master. But, be aware that obedience is achieved more through cooperation than coercion. So, it is just as important to congratulate and/or reward him whenever a command has been well executed as it is to reprimand him in a firm voice when he does something stupid. By the way, being firm does not mean being aggressive: yelling or being aggressive will only make them run away, or it will even make them suspicious and stressed.

    Hunting training can begin as soon as 6 months after learning the basic commands. Treasure hunting is recommended to help you develop your sense of smell and intelligence, while the presence of more experienced dogs can help you get used to the noise of guns and the company of strange dogs.

    Health and care "Blue Gascuña Giffon"

    Sturdy and durable, the Blue Gascony Griffon it is made for outdoor living and can withstand both heat and cold.

    The main health problems observed in this breed are related to outdoor life and, in particular, with hunting: fractures, wounds, bites, as well as diseases transmitted by parasites (piroplasmosis, leptospirosis, etc.).

    You also have a predisposition to stomach inversion (stomach dilatation-torsion syndrome).

    It also, the hanging shape of their ears carries an increased risk of ear infections.

    Last, your voracity makes you prone to obesity, especially if your activity level is still limited. This can facilitate the appearance and aggravate the impact of various ailments and constitutes a true vicious circle., since an overweight dog tends to be less active and therefore… fatter.

    Go through a serious breeder of Blue Gascony Griffon allows you to put all the possibilities on your part to adopt a puppy in good health (and that is still the case). The professional must be able to present a certificate issued by a veterinarian certifying that he is indeed healthy, as well as details of the vaccinations administered to the animal, recorded in your health book (or vaccination book).

    It also, as with any dog, excessive activity should be avoided until you reach adulthood. In fact, the bones and joints of a growing puppy are particularly fragile, and problems at this level could have lifelong consequences (malformations, etc.).

    Finally, but the Blue Gascony Griffon is generally in good health, this does not mean that you should not wear it regularly (At least once a year) to the vet for a complete health check, that allows you to detect any problems as soon as possible. It is also the occasion to carry out your vaccination reminders, that are especially important to a dog like him, who usually spends a lot of time outdoors. Your antiparasitic treatments are at least as important; your landlord should make sure to renew them whenever necessary.

    The price of a "blue gas tap"

    The price of a puppy Blue Gascony Griffon in France it is between 900 and 1400 EUR, depending on the prestige of the kennel, the lineage from which it comes and its intrinsic characteristics (more or less conformity to the breed standard, physical qualities, etc.).

    Outside france, it is very difficult to find a breeder Blue Gascony Griffon. The most likely option is then to import one from its country of origin.. If required, transportation and administrative costs are added to the purchase price of the animal and, of course, it is advisable to know and respect the regulations regarding the importation of a dog from abroad.

    Characteristics "Blue Gascony Griffon"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Blue Gascony Griffon" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Images "Blue Gascony Griffon"

    Photos:

    1 – A Blue Gascony Griffon female by Canarian, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
    2 – Blue griffin from Gascony by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/1331479
    3 – Blue griffin from Gascony by https://pxhere.com/en/photo/1089317
    4 – Blue griffin from Gascony by http://www.adopt-a-griffon.eu/en/breeds/griffon-bleu-de-gascogne/

    Videos "Blue Gascony Griffon"

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    Segugi Griffon Bleu de Gascogne – speciale cinofilia Game Fair 2015

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds. ⓘ
    • – UKC – Scenthounds ⓘ
    • – Central Canine Society ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "Blue Gascony Griffon"

    Origin:
    France

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    24.01.1996

    Use:

    This is a multi-use dog. It is used for hunting with hare shotgun. His ardor and his good smell make him a very value assistant to follow the trail of the wild boar.



    General appearance:

    It is a rustic appearance tap, of solid constitution. Save the just medium between the two races from which it originates.



    Behavior / temperament:

    He has a good smell and his bark is sound. Is applied in hunting, that conducts con enthusiasm and initiative. It is unbelievable, But affectionate.

    Head:

    ---

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Seen from the front, It is slightly bulging, but not too wide. The occipital protuberance is slightly marked.
      Seen from above, the back is ogival shaped. Forehead is bulging.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Little pointed.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : It is black, wide. The Windows are wide open.
    • Lips : They are poorly developed, But they cover the lower jaw.
    • Snout : Straight nose cane, the lightly arched. Its length is almost equal to that of the skull.
    • Jaws / Teeth : The joint is in the form of scissors. The incisors are set at right angles to the jaws..
    • Cheeks : Thin.

    Eyes : They have an oval shape. They are dark brown color; very expressive and living.

    Ears : They are flexible, twisted, but not too much. They end on a slight tip and must reach the birth of the nose without exceeding their limb. Implanted just below the eye line.

    Neck:

    It is rather thin and presents some of the sock.

    Body:

    • Back : Well pronounced, short.
    • Pork loin : Muscular and slightly arched.
    • Rump : Very slightly oblique.
    • Breast : Well developed. Rounded ribs, although not in excess.
    • Flanks : Bulky. The lower line is slightly raised backwards.

    Tail:

    It is quite hairy. It reaches precisely to the tip of the corvejón; The root is strong. It is brought happily in the form of saber.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen in conjunction, They are strong and well approved. They do not give an appearance of heaviness.

    • Shoulder : Quite oblique and muscular.
    • Elbows : Glued to the body.
    • forearms : Strong.

    LATER MEMBERS : Seen in conjunction, the limbs are regular. The rear members are well developed.

    • Thighs : Well muscled.
    • Hock : Close to the ground.

    FEET : They have oval shape and the fingers are thin and well together. The pads and nails are black.

    Movement:

    Is loose and alive.

    Mantle

    SKIN : It is quite thick and elastic. Black, or strongly streaked with black spots. It's never completely white. The mucous membranes are black.

    HAIR : It's hard, harshly. It is a little shorter on the head, where the eyebrows, quite dense, They do not cover their eyes. It is much shorter and stuck on the ears.

    COLOR : Completely speckled with black and white, imparting a slate blue reflection. It may or may not be marked with more or less extended black spots. Usually, there are two black spots on each side of the head, that cover the ears, circle the eyes and stop at the cheeks. These do not join over the top of the head, but they leave a white space in the center of which there is often a small oval black spot., typical of the breed. Above the eyes are two more or less uploaded fire marks located on the zygomatic arcades simulating four eyes. Traces of tan can also be found on the cheeks, the lips, the inside of the ears, the limbs and under the tail.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • In males it is 50 to 57 cm.,
    • in females it is 48 to 55 cm..


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the above mentioned criteria is considered as missing and the gravity of this is considered in proportion to the degree of deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog.

    Head :
    • Head too short.
    • Skull too wide.
    • Pointed snout.
    • Clear brown eyes.
    • Apparent conjunctive.
    • Too long ears, or very hairy.

    Body :
    • Largo; loose top line.
    • Croup sagging.

    Tail :
    • Deviad or too short.

    Tips :
    • Hock closed, seen from behind.
    • Crushed feet.

    Behavior :
    • Shy dog.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Fearful or aggressive dog.
    • Lack of characteristic type.
    • It would be anatomic deformation.
    • Notable lack that causes any impediment.
    • Upper or lower prognathism.
    • Light eyes.
    • By the threaten the laugh.
    • Any other color that is not established by the standard.

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Griffon Bleu de Gascogne (English).
    2. Griffon Bleu de Gascogne (French).
    3. Griffon bleu de Gascogne (German).
    4. Griffon bleu de Gascogne (Portuguese).
    5. Griffon Bleu de Gascogne (español).

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    Lucerne Hound
    Suiza FCI 59 . Medium-sized Hounds

    Origin: Switzerland
    Character: Vivacious and docile
    Weight: 15 - 20 Kg
    Height: Male: 49–59 cm. Female: 47–57 cm
    Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

    Lucerne Hound

    The Lucerne Hound is a lively dog, but gentle and docile. Very attached to his master.

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    History

    The breed was originally bred in the Lucerne area, Switzerland. Already in appearance it is closely related to the dog Bloodhound. It can be assumed that the Small Blue Gascony may also have played a role in the development of the breed: Striking colored coat with speckled pattern suggests this. It is one of the four Swiss Hounds, that have been combined by the FCI under a single breed standard, but they are judged separately in the exhibitions. The other varieties of the breed are:

    Physical characteristics

    Height at the withers up to 59 cm..
    The ears are far back, very large, heavy, bent and turned.
    Fur: Short, thick and thick, Fox fur
    color: blue, of a combination of black and white hairs, very mottled, with black spots or a black chair.

    Character and skills

    The Lucerne Hound is a lively dog, but gentle and docile. Very attached to his master.

    Like all dogs Swiss hounds, this breed is also relatively small. This is partly due to the fact that environmental conditions in the mountains, where were these dogs born, they are extremely hard, so animals with low energy requirements survived better than larger dogs. The Lucerne Hound used for a wide variety of hunting, from wild boars to deer and hares. Although the dense fur protects the dog from the cold and he likes to live outdoors, look for comfort; therefore he feels comfortable in the city, but needs a lot of activity and enough exercise. There is an almost identical breed with shorter legs – the Small Lucerne Hound, one of the varieties of Small swiss hound. It is suitable as a working dog, hunting and company.

    Characteristics "Lucerne Hound"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Lucerne Hound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Videos "Lucerne Hound"

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds. – Section 1.2: Medium-sized Hounds. ⓘ
    • – UKC – Scenthounds ⓘ

    FCI breed standard "Lucerne Hound"

    Origin:
    Switzerland

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    28.11.2001

    Use:

    It is a small game hound that hunts hares, deer, foxes and sometimes wild boars. He is an independent hunter by hunting with a bark. Searches and corners its prey with great safety even in difficult terrain.



    General appearance:

    It is a dog with medium height at the withers. Your body structure indicates strength and tenacity. Its slim head with long snout and long ears give it an expression of nobility.

    There are four varieties of Swiss Hound :

    • Bernese Hound
    • Jura Hound
    • Lucerne Hound
    • Schwyz Hound

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

    • Body length : Height at withers = approx. 1.15 : 1.
    • Height of the withers : chest depth = approx. 2 : 1.
    • Length of the nasal shank : skull length = approx. 1 : 1.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Lively and passionate about hunting. Sensitive, manageable and faithful.

    Head:

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    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Long, narrow, delgado, noble. Bulging skull, visible occipital protrusion. The direction of the longitudinal axis of the skull and the muzzle shows a slight divergence. No frontal groove, no folds or wrinkles.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Not too developed.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Completely black, well developed; nostrils wide open.
    • Snout : Nobly developed, narrow ; it is not square or pointed ; the muzzle is straight or very slightly convex.
    • Lips : Moderately developed, the upper lips perfectly cover the lower jaw ; slightly open corner.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Powerful jaw. Powerful scissor bite, regular and complete, that is, the upper incisors overlap the lower ones without leaving space between them and the teeth are implanted vertically in the maxilla. Pincer bite allowed. The lack of one or two PM1 or PM2 is acceptable (premolars 1 or 2) . M3 are not taken into account (molars).
    • Cheeks : Loose, non-protruding supraciliary arches.

    Eyes : They are more or less light or dark brown depending on the color of the coat ; they are medium in size and slightly oval. The edges of the eyelids are well pigmented. The eyelids are well adherent. The expression is sweet.

    Ears : Placed below the eye line, in the posterior part of the cranial region and never implanted in its maximum width. Its length must reach at least the tip of the nose. The pinna is not prominent. The ears are thin. He wears them down, bent and twisted ; they are rounded at the bottom and have a fine, soft coat.

    Neck:

    Long, elegant, with good musculature ; throat skin is loose without forming a noticeable dewlap.

    Body:

    • top line : The neck, the back, The rump and tail form a harmonious and noble line.
    • Cross : Bit strong, free and elegant neck insert.
    • Back : Firm and straight. : Muscular and slightly arched.
    • Rump : Elongated, extends the line of the back harmoniously and descends gently. It is not higher than the cross. The crest of the iliac bone is not too prominent.
    • Breast : Deeper than wide, well descended, reaches to the tips of the elbows. Elongated rib cage with slightly arched ribs.
    • Bottom line and belly : Belly slightly pulled back ; full flanks.

    Tail:

    Inserted in the extension of the croup. It is of medium length and tapers towards the tip ; at its end it has a slight incline up ; noble. In general, it remains hanging at rest and when walking calmly, without showing an important bend ; When he is attentive or in action he carries it along the line of his back , but never resting in it nor in a curled way. Is well covered with hair, but it doesn't have a spike shape.

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    PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

    • As a whole : They are well muscled, thin and not heavy in appearance. Seen from the front they are parallel and from the side they look vertical ; his bones are strong with his feet pointed forward.
    • Shoulder : Long oblique shoulder blades, closely linked to the rib cage. The ideal angulation of the scapulohumeral joint is approximately 100°.
    • Arm : A little longer than the shoulder blade, placed obliquely, closely attached to the chest. His musculature is fine.
    • Elbows : Naturally glued to the side.
    • Forearm : Straight, strong, delgado.
    • Carpo : Strong, wide metacarpus : Relatively short; Seen from the front it is located on the perpendicular line of the forearm; seen from the side it is slightly inclined.
    • Front feet : Rounded, with compact fingers ; hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

    LATER MEMBERS :

    • As a whole : They have strong muscles and are in a balanced relationship with the forelimbs ; seen from behind the hind legs are vertical and parallel.
    • Thigh : Long and oblique, powerful although his muscles are thin. The angulation of the coxofemoral joint is approximately 100°.
    • Knee : No inward or outward deviations. Angulation of the femoral-tibian joint approximately 120°.
    • Leg : Relatively long, thin, visible muscles and tendons under the skin.
    • Hock : Tibiotarsal joint angulation approximately 130°.
    • Metatarsus : Pretty short, placed vertically and parallel. Without spurs, except in countries, in which amputation is not allowed by law.
    • Rear feet : Rounded, with compact fingers, hard and rough pads ; strong nails whose color depends on the color of the coat.

    Movement:

    It is unfolded, regular, harmonious and with good scope. Has good impulse from the hindlimbs. Drive the limbs parallel and straight. The cross moves smoothly and regularly up and down, the back remains straight and the head and neck wobble slightly from side to side.

    Mantle

    SKIN : Fina, flexible, well adherent, whose color varies in each of the four varieties.

    • Bernese Hound : Skin is black under black hair and blackish-white marbling under white hair.
    • Jura Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under tan hair..
    • Lucerne Hound : She is black under black hair and lighter under blue-flecked hair..
    • Schwyz Hound : It is dark gray under the orange hair and blackish-white marbling under the white hair..

    HAIR : Is short, smooth, thick, very fine on the head and ears.

    COLOR :

    • Bernese Hound : White with black spots or a black saddle-shaped spot. Tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the inside of the ears and around the anus. Sometimes very lightly splattered (black splash).

    • Jura Hound : Tan with black cape, sometimes nuanced black or black with tan over the eyes, cheeks, around the anus and on the extremities ; sometimes with a small white spot on the chest ; this stain may be splattered (black or gray splashes).

    • Lucerne Hound : Called blue, with a mixture of black and white hairs, intensely splashed, with black spots or a saddle-shaped spot ; tan color from pale to intense over the eyes, cheeks, on the chest, around the anus and on the extremities ; a black cape is allowed.

    • Schwyz Hound : White with orange or orange "saddle" spots, sometimes with orange splashes ; an orange coat is allowed.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • Males : 49-59 cm..
    • females : 47-57 cm No tolerance.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    • Rough appearance, vulgar, weak body structure.
    • Discordant proportions between body length, the height of the withers and the height of the chest.
    • Skull too wide, too convex or too flat.
    • Stop too marked.
    • Very short or very long snout, too square or pointed.
    • Concave nasal bridge.
    • Lack of more than two premolars PM1 or PM2. Los M3 (molars 3) are not taken into account.
    • Thick lips.
    • Light eyes, acute expression, non-adherent eyelids.
    • Ears that are too short or flattened, thick or set very high.
    • Very short neck.
    • Double chin too marked.
    • Saddled or arched back (carp back).
    • Croup too inclined or too short.
    • Rib cage not deep enough, too flat or barrel-shaped.
    • Retracted belly, fallen flanks.
    • Tail with poor insertion, carried too high, very bent, stooped, very coarse or spike-shaped tail.
    • Extremities with bones that are too thin or in a bad position.
    • Very sloping shoulders, arm too short.
    • Weak carpal joints.
    • Insufficient angulations of the hind limbs ; cow or barrel shaped limbs.
    • Dewclaws on the hind limbs, except in countries in which amputation is not permitted by law.
    • Rough coat, not smooth.
    • Flaws in color and markings.

    1. Bernese Hound : Too many black splashes on the white. Tan or white on the outside of the ears.
    2. Jura Hound : Uniform color. Noticeable white patch or heavily speckled patch on the chest.
    3. Lucerne Hound : Lack of « blue » splash. Tan on the outside of the ears.
    4. Schwyz Hound : Too many orange splashes on the white. Uniform color. White on the outside of the ears.

    • Slightly fearful or aggressive behavior.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Excessively fearful or aggressive dog.
    • Atypical general appearance of the breed.
    • Completely depigmented nose.
    • Upper or lower prognathism, incisor arcade deviated.
    • Ectropion, entropion (even if it had been operated).
    • Horn tail, threaded, knotty the hook.
    • Size above or below tolerance.

    Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Lucerne Hound (English).
    2. Courant lucernois (French).
    3. Blausprenkel (German).
    4. Sabujo Lucerna (Portuguese).
    5. Perro sabueso suizo de Lucerna (español).

    Varieties of «Swiss Hounds»

    The four varieties of Swiss Hounds have their own specific hunting characteristics.:

    – The Bernese Hound, with her beautiful throat ("the howler of the Jura"), demanding, mainly used for hares;
    – He "Jura Hound«, an excellent recuperator
    – The "Hound of Lucerne", reminiscent of Small Blue Gascony, he is an active and passionate dog that hunts deer very well;
    – The Schwyz Hound, less widespread outside of Switzerland, is reserved for rabbits and hares.

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