Pont-Audemere Spaniel

FCI 114 . Spaniel type

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The Pont-Audemere Spaniel is originally from the Pont-Audemer region, looking for the Marais Vernier, in Normandy, where it is traditionally used for hunting waterfowl. In 1886, the Kennel Club of Le Havre began to select him. After the Second World War, only a few copies of this small brown spaniel remained and crosses were made with the Irish Water Spaniel to save the race.

The Pont-Audemere Spaniel It's very weird. The total population of the breed is about three hundred individuals in France. Some breeders perpetuate the breed, mainly in Normandy and Picardy.

Photo: Riga, Baltic Winner 2013, 9-10 Nov by Thomas, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Pont-Audemere Spaniel he is a stocky and vigorous Spaniel, whose body is almost square. Placed almost at the level of the line of the loins, the tail is carried quite straight. It is usually cut in the third; when the tail is not cut, It should be of medium length, a little curved. Dark amber or hazelnut, the eyes are rather small. The upper part of the skull and the long ears are well provided with curlers that frame the head, giving the impression of wearing a wig.

Hair is slightly rough on the body, wavy, neither flat nor curly. The fur is brown, preferably brown and speckled gray, with reflections of dead leaves.

Height and weight

• Male size: Of 52 to 58 cm.
• female size: Of 52 to 58 cm.
• Male weight: Of 19 to 20 kg
• female weight: Of 17 to 19 kg

The Pont-Audemere Spaniel is loving and displays unwavering loyalty to his masters. But, if they don't get their regular dose of care, these dogs can often get anxious, which is an important trait of his personality.

These dogs are especially good with children and are very sociable. They are also great playmates and family companions.. But, if you are looking for a good watchdog, it may not be the best option, as they are too friendly and quiet to keep an eye on something or someone.

This breed gets along very well with other dogs, but does not get along with dogs of the same breed that do not belong to the same pack or group. It is also not very friendly with other pets.. But, puppies of this breed mix easily with other pets and are known to have a friendly demeanor towards them.

The training of the Pont-Audemere Spaniel It is easy. This dog is very obedient and loyal to the orders of the master. But, training sessions should be short, since the dog hates any long and repetitive task.

Exercise of Pont-Audemere Spaniel

This dog has aggressive exercise needs, which means that even long walks don't usually satisfy you. The most satisfaction you would get would be from any long hunting session. But, if hunting is not a reality, this dog should be allowed to romp in controlled areas so that it burns enough calories to meet its exercise requirements.

Like the rest of the animals, this breed has health conditions to watch out for. canine hip dysplasia, a condition related to the hip cavities, can cause arthritis in dogs. These dogs are also prone to Von Willebrand's disease (a bleeding disease related to clotting), and hyperthyroidism (overproduction of hormones in the thyroid).

Apart from these problems, patella luxation and dental problems are the most common in this breed. alopecia, a skin disease caused by ringworm or other parasites, can also affect these dogs.

In summary, the following health problems are not uncommon in the breed Pont-Audemere Spaniel:

• canine hip dysplasia
• Von Willebrand disease
• Hyperthyroidism
• Dental disease
• Patella dislocation
• Alopecia

The fur and skin of these dogs may look like they need a lot of grooming, but in reality, this breed needs little to no maintenance. A regular brushing once or twice a week is all you need.

But, the dog's ears need to be cleaned whenever necessary and are at risk of infection if not kept clean.

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Pont-Audemere Spaniel" 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.

Adaptation ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	friendly dog ​​ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	hair loss ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Affection level ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

How much does it cost to have a Pont-Audemere Spaniel?

Cubs Pont-Audemere Spaniel usually cost between 1000 and 1300 EUR.

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 114
• Group 7: Pointing Dogs
• Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.2 Spaniel type. With proof of work..

Federations:

• – FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.2: Spaniel type ⓘ
• – Central Canine Society – Gun Dog ⓘ

France

6.05.1964

Use:

Pointing Dogs.

General appearance:

It is vigorous and plump.

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Head:

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• Skull : Redondo, developed at the top; prominent occipital crest; the parietals are rather round. The forehead rises towards the pompadour; the head is covered with frizzy, pompadour hair, which reaches the top of the skull, leaving the forehead bare.
• Depression links (Stop) : Make a slight angle, but the stop is marked.

facial region:

• Truffle : Brown in color, significantly exceeds the front of the upper lip, rather sharp.
• Nose cane : Long, with a prominence in the middle.
• Lips : Fine and a little hanging, making the snout rather pointed.

Eyes : Dark amber or hazelnut color, rather small, well placed in its orbit; frank and kind look.

Ears : Moderately thick, plan, inserted mmmm further down so that they clear the cheeks, Long adorned with frizzy silky hair, which, along with the pompadour hair, forms a beautiful curly wig that frames the head well.

Neck:

A little arched, well delineated, muscular, finely inserted in the head and solidly in the shoulders.

Body:

• Back : Straight or slightly convex.
• Pork loin : Pretty short, width, solid, muscular.
• Rump : Very slightly sloping.
• Breast : Deep, broad, drops completely to elbow level; long ribs, outstanding, approaching the hip on her back.
• Flanks : Flat and a little raised.

Tail:

Inserted almost at the height of the spine line, carried quite straight, usually cut into a third; thick at its insertion; is covered in curly hair and there must be hair around the tail. When the tail is not docked, should be medium length and slightly curved.

Tips

The limbs should be rather short, so that the dog is somewhat close to the ground, but without looking like the Cocker.

PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

• Shoulder : Strong, long, oblique, closed at their junction with the spine.
• Arms : Strong and muscular.

LATER MEMBERS :

• Hips : Outgoing, reaching the level of the back.
• Thighs : Straight, well descended, muscular, very strong with well developed pants. Protruding thigh tip.
• Warm-tarsal joints : Wide and straight, without drifting in or out.
• Metatarsals : Rather short, specially adorned at the back by a fringe of curly hair. Avoid dewclaws.

FEET : Round, well Plumb, covered in long curly hair between fingers.

Movement:

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Mantle

HAIR : Curly and slightly felt.

COLOR : Brown, preferably brown and mottled gray, with dry leaf tones.

Size and weight:

Of 52 to 58 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..

• Skull flattened on the sides, forehead parallel to the muzzle; absence of pompadour, pompadour that reaches the browbone or formed by fallen hairs.
• Angle of the naso-frontal depression (Stop) too straight.
• Black truffle, pale, round or with white spots.
• Short or overly arched nose canal.
• Thick and hanging lips.
• Eyes too light, at head level or very sunken; aggressive or sullen look.
• thick ears, enrolladas, too short, insertion very high, carried forward or backward.
• Very heavy neck, flattened at its top line, thick to its junction to the head.
• Long back, narrow or saddled.
• Long loin, narrow or flat.
• Croup dropped or very straight.
• Chest with lack of depth, too rounded, sunken; ribs flat or close together.
• Rounded flanks, very low.
• Insertion queue too high or too low, very curved, carried in the form of a saber or with a plume.
• Short shoulders, straight, separated near the top.
• Thin arm.
• Low hips.
• Flat thigh.
• Deviated tibiotarsal joints, straight lines, too far apart or too close together.
• Long metatarsals, leaning back to front or skewing to the right or left, no fringes.
• Narrow feet, too long, very hairy; very thick pads.
• Very straight hair, too curly, very hard or very fine; no curly topknot or with hairs that fall as in the Poodle.
• Color negro, black and white, black and tan.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

• Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
• Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.

• Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Epagneul Pont-Audemer, Setter of Pont-Audemer (English).
2. Épagneul de Pont-Audemer (French).
3. Epagneul de Pont-Audemer (German).
4. (em francês: epagneul de Pont-Audemer) (Portuguese).
5. Epagneul du Pont-Audemère (español).