Porcelaine

FCI 30 . Medium-sized Hounds

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 30
• Group 6: Scent hounds, and related breeds.
• Section 1.2: Medium-sized hound-type dogs.. With proof of work..

Federations:

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

France

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.

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Head:

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

• 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..

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

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

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).