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Small Blue Gascony
Francia FCI 31 - Medium-sized Hounds

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, Gascuรฑa (in the southwest of the country). Unlike many dog โ€‹โ€‹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 Franรงais (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 ยซBrigand od Smutne rickyยป from kennel ยซLe Bleu Cardinalis FCIยป, Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics ยซLittle blue Gascogne houndยป

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 ยซLittle blue Gascogne houndยป

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 โ€œLittle Blue Gascogne Houndโ€

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 โ€œLittle Blue Gascogne Houndโ€ 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, ยซBella, Baron i Brigand od Smutne rickyยป from kennel ยซLe Bleu Cardinalis FCIยป, Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, female ยซClea z Beckovaยป from kennel ยซLe Bleu Cardinalis FCIยป, Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
4 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, female ยซClea z Beckovaยป from husbandry ยซLe Bleu Cardinalis FCIยป, Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
5 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, female ยซClea z Beckovaยป from kennel ยซLe Bleu Cardinalis FCIยป, Poland. The owner – Katarzyna Bujko by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
6 – Small Blue Gascony Hound, male ยซCar z Beckovaยป from kennel ยซOd Smutnรฉ ล™รญฤkyยป, Czech. The owner – Slavomรญr Hanรกฤek by Katarzyna Bujko, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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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. โ“˜
  • UKCScenthounds โ“˜
  • Central Canine Society โ“˜

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 :

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

Body :

โ€ข Too long, loose top line, lack of volume.
โ€ข Croup sagging.
โ€ข Diverted tail.

Tips :

โ€ข Insufficiently developed bones.
โ€ข Straight shoulders.
โ€ข Hock closed, seen from behind.
โ€ข Crushed feet.

Behavior :

โ€ข Shy dog.

MISS PLAYOFFS :

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

Any dog โ€‹โ€‹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 Gascuรฑa (espaรฑol).

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Blue Gascony Griffon
Francia FCI 32 - Medium-sized Hounds

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 Vendรฉen. 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 Franรงais (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 (Fรฉdรฉration 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 Ariรฉgeois, in charge of the improvement of the race and affiliated with the Sociรฉtรฉ 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 ยซGrifรณn Blue Gascuรฑaยป

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 "Gascuรฑa 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 รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นhas 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.

Educaciรณn ยซGrifรณn Blue de Gascuรฑaยป

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 Gascuรฑa 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"

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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/

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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. โ“˜
  • UKCScenthounds โ“˜
  • Central Canine Society โ“˜

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:

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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 corvejรณn; 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 :
โ€ข Head too short.
โ€ข Skull too wide.
โ€ข Pointed snout.
โ€ข Clear brown eyes.
โ€ข Apparent conjunctive.
โ€ข Too long ears, or very hairy.

Body :
โ€ข Largo; loose top line.
โ€ข Croup sagging.

Tail :
โ€ข Deviad or too short.

Tips :
โ€ข Hock closed, seen from behind.
โ€ข Crushed feet.

Behavior :
โ€ข Shy dog.

MISS PLAYOFFS

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

Any dog โ€‹โ€‹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 (espaรฑol).

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Billy
Francia FCI 25 - Large-sized Hounds

Billy

The Billy is a used hunting dog live in the open air, in open spaces

Content

History

The Billy, It is a dog from France created at the end of the 19th century from the junction of three races that are now extinct: the Larye, the Cรฉris and the Montembล“uf. In the cross, great care was taken to highlight characteristics such as: good smell, resistance and fast reflexes.

Billy, Historically, was used for the hunting hares horse, wild boar and roe deer. In the news, There are few copies and is appreciated, it is not very common to see them.

The Billy has the exact appearance of the famous white dogs that were part of the packs of the French aristocracy (16th centuries, 17TH and 17TH). History tells that King Charles IX of France (1550-1574) he had a white female he loved more than his own life. When the dog died, He forced the Court to go into mourning.

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Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen
Francia FCI 19 - Medium-sized Hounds

Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen

Long lasting, fast and robust, the Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen he is a passionate hunter with extraordinary instincts.

Content

History

The selection of Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen dates back to before WWI, and was made by the Count of Elva.

It is a harmonious and enhanced reduction of Grand Griffon Vendรฉen. It is a distinguished dog and quite robust in its construction. Several times decimated during wars, the Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen reappears at Fontenay-le-Comte in 1946.

Today, there are many excellent quality individuals. In 1995, a group of Briquets they won the french roe deer cup, and numerous dogs work in the boar's footprint.

It is the only breed that retains the name of ยซBriquetยซ, which means "medium -sized dog".

Photo: This is a Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen. His name is Unno du Sentier D'Aimeron by Alephalpha, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics ยซBriquet Grifรณn Vendeanoยป

The Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen It is a medium-sized common griffon.. The head and body are collected. The head, quite light, shows parallel lines of skull and muzzle. The cranium, pretty short, is slightly domed with a well-marked stop. Eyes are dark brown. The flexible ones, narrow and thin ears are medium long and turned inward. The short tail is thick at birth and gradually tapers towards the tip. Carries like a saber blade.

The coat is well proportioned, hard and rough without ever being woolly. The most common coat is white and orange. Other coats are black and white, black and Brown, black and sand, tricolor, charcoal sand color with or without white.

SIZE:
Height to the cross: In males: of 50 to 55 cm., in females: of 48 to 53 cm..

Character and skills "Briquet Griffon sale"

Long lasting, fast and robust, the Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen he is a passionate hunter with extraordinary instincts. They are stubborn, enterprising and capable of taking initiative. So, the teacher must be obeyed.

Entrepreneurs and determined, they are also resistant and robust. But, he is not very patient and can be bitten.

It's a hound, used for hunting big game, the hare and the fox. Adapts to city life and makes a proper watchdog.

Characteristics "Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen"

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Images "Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen"

Photos:

1 – A Medium Griffon Vendรฉen. Colour: white by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – Medium Vendรฉen Griffon, Griffon Vendรฉen lighter by Canarian, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – Briquet Grifรณn Vendeano by https://pin.it/1GsizhZ
4 – Briquet Grifรณn Vendeano by http://www.adopt-a-griffon.eu/en/breeds/briquet-griffon-vendeen-2/

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Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

Federations:

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

FCI breed standard "Briquet Griffon Vendรฉen"

Origin:
France

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
09.01.1999

Use:

Hound used for hunting with shotgun, both of the big hunt, as of the hare and the fox.



General appearance:

It is a medium -sized tap, receptive and very determined. Your body is well proportioned and rather collected.



Behavior / temperament:

Behavior : It has a good smell, It is fast and his barking is nice. You don't mind moving in weed. It is very skilled in the rugged land and hunting with the nose to the wind.

Character : It has great initiative, It is resistant and robust. It must be able to lift the hunt and drive it near the hunter. He is a passionate hunter; Your master must make it obey.

Head:

---

Cranial region:

It is quite light; The upper lines of the skull and nasal cane must be parallel. : Slightly bulky, pretty short, not very wide.

  • Depression links (Stop) : Marked.

facial region:

  • Truffle : Grand, black, except for dogs with white and orange fur, in which the brown color is accepted. The nostrils are wide open.
  • Snout : Straight, rather short. Its length is almost equal to that of the skull. It is not very wide in its limb.
  • Lips : Poorly developed, Although they cover the lower jaw well. They are covered by large mustaches.
  • Jaws/Teeth : The joint is in the form of scissors. The incisors are set at right angles to the jaws..
  • Eyes : Large, dark, and vivacious expression. The eyebrows are well pronounced, but they don't cover the eye. The conjunctiva should not be apparent.
  • Ears : flexible, narrow and thin. They are covered with long hairs and their limb is pointed. They become well in and do not reach the limb of the nasal cane. Low-set, below the eye line.

Neck:

Is long and elegant lines. There is no presence of dewlap.

Body:

  • Back : Solid, short. It is straight or very slightly raised.
  • Pork loin : Straight, muscular and well accentuated.
  • Breast : It is quite high, not very wide. Reaches the elbow.
  • Ribs : Moderately rounded.
  • Flanks : Full. The lower line rises very slightly backwards.

Tail:

It is thick at the base and gradually tapers. High implementation, is taken in the form of saber, ever. Is rather short.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS

  • As a whole : Quite robust, but without the appearance of heaviness. They are well poised.
  • Shoulder : Long, thin and oblique.
  • Elbow : Descended and well attached to the body.
  • Forearm : Straight, for strong bones.

LATER MEMBERS

  • As a whole : well developed; the limbs are regular.
  • Thigh : Long and muscular.
  • Hock : Width and well descended. Seen from the back, It is never closed, Nor open. In profile, Your angle is medium.

FEET : They are not very big. Pads are hard; fingers are well arched and close together. The nails are solid. The appropriate pigmentation of the pads and nails is sought.

Movement:

Active, elastic, Never irregular, not even in jumps.

Mantle

SKIN : Is rather a bit thick, Although elastic; often veined in tricolor fur dogs. There is no presence of dewlap.

HAIR : It is long, Although not too much. Sometimes tangled, rough to touch; the inner layer of hairs is abundant. The belly and inner thighs should not be hairless.. The eyebrows are well pronounced, but they don't cover the eye.

COLOR : Black with white patches (black and white). Black with reddish markings (black and tan). Black with sand-colored markings. Fawn with white patches (Orange and white). Fawn with black blanket and white patches (tricolor). carbon fawn. Carbon sand color with white patches. Color arena carbonado. Traditional denominations : hare hair, wolf fur, Building hair, Woven hair.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross :

  • In males : of 50 to 55 cm..
  • In females : of 48 to 53 cm..

With a tolerance of 1 cm more or less.



Fouls:

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

Head :

โ€ข Too big, similar to that of the great sale.
โ€ข Depigmentation of the truffle, lips and eyelids.
โ€ข Spine too long.
โ€ข Pincer-shaped joint.
โ€ข Light eyes.
โ€ข Very long ears, boring, With satin hair, of high implantation. body :
โ€ข Cylindrical the assault.
โ€ข Loose back.
โ€ข Sunken croup.

Tail :

โ€ข Too much wide the diverted.

Tips :

โ€ข Weak bones.
โ€ข Angles that are too straight.
โ€ข Crushed carpos.
โ€ข Not quite together fingers.

Fur :

โ€ข Scarce, fine.

Behavior :

โ€ข Shy dog.

MISS PLAYOFFS

โ€ข Fearful or aggressive dog.
โ€ข Lack of type.
โ€ข Prognathism.
โ€ข Gaze eyes. heterochromia.
โ€ข Narrow sternum region. Narrow ribs at the bottom.
โ€ข Knotted tail.
โ€ข Woolly fur.
โ€ข Solid black or white coat.
โ€ข Important depigmentation.
โ€ข Different size as stipulated by the standard.
โ€ข Visible disability. anatomical deformation.

Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..



N.B.:

Males must have two normal appearance testicles completed in the scrotum.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Medium Vendรฉen Griffon (English).
2. Briquet griffon vendรฉen (French).
3. Briquet griffon vendรฉen (German).
4. Briquet griffon vendรฉen (Portuguese).
5. Briquet griffon vendรฉen (espaรฑol).

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Fawn Brittany Griffon
Francia FCI 66 - Medium-sized Hounds

Fawn Brittany Griffon

Its sociable, loving, balanced and very kind to people, what makes them good companions.

Content

History

The Fawn Brittany Griffon it is one of the oldest breeds of French trace dogs, since in the fourteenth century a certain Huet des Ventes already had a pack of this type. Widely used until the 19th century for wolf hunting in Brittany, rested when these animals disappeared.

In the 1949, The Brittany Fawn Club was created by Marcel Pambrun to dedicate himself to preserving the value of these dogs, that had become scarce. Since the decade of the years 80, under the impulse of Bernard Vallรฉe, the Fawn Brittany Griffon, as well as the race that derives from it, the Fawn Brittany Basset, they seem to have made a place for themselves among French track dogs. The motto "hunting above all" continues to be the Club's line of conduct.

Photo: This is a french dog Griffon Fauve de Bretagne by Alephalpha, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics "Griffon griffon of Brittany"

The Fawn Brittany Griffon it is mostly a hunting dog with a muscular body. They are recognized by their short hair, rough and dry, always tawny in color but with more or less pronounced tones. Its hair is slightly longer on the sides of its elongated snout, forming a kind of mustache. Her small dark brown eyes give her a lively and alert appearance. His ears, quite large, they lay low and they wear droopy. They are covered with shorter and finer hair than the rest of the body.

The Fawn Brittany Griffon has a medium-length tail, sickle-shaped, which is thick at the base and more tapered at the tip. When active, this dog makes quick lateral movements with his tail.

Size: 48 – 56 cm.
Weight: 18 – 20 kg

Character and skills "griffon griffon of Brittany"

Proud, bold and alive, the Fawn Brittany Griffon he is a stubborn and passionate hunter, that adapts easily to all territories and all game animals. Brave, witty, tenacious and diligent, he is also entrepreneurial and efficient, while demonstrating your ability to convene.

Its sociable, loving, balanced and very kind to people, what makes them good companions.

If he is well trained, is obedient and has a good memory.

Care of "Griffon of Brittany"

The Fawn Brittany Griffon not cut out for city living. He is quite used to living in a pack in a kennel. It is a dog that needs long walks in the forest in particular. If you grow up in the city, your master must be able to offer you very frequent and stimulating outings.

The Fawn Brittany Griffon does not require any particular maintenance except brushing once or twice a week.

The health of the "Giffon of Brittany"

The Fawn Brittany Griffon he is a robust dog, tough and in pretty solid health. But, can be prone to ear infections and eye problems. This dog can also suffer from hip and elbow dysplasia.

Characteristics "Fawn Brittany Griffon"

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Images "Fawn Brittany Griffon"

Photos:

1 – Fawn Brittany Griffon female by Canarian, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – Griffon Fauve de Bretagne, 6 Month by Markus Seim, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – Lion Griffon from Britain by https://pxhere.com/es/photo/481096
4 – Lion Griffon from Britain by https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/basset-fauve-de-bretagne/

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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. โ“˜
  • UKCScenthounds โ“˜
  • Central Canine Society โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Fawn Brittany Griffon"

Origin:
France

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
25.03.2003

Use:

Bloodhound dog used for hare hunting, the fox, the roe deer and the wild boar.



General appearance:

It is a bony and muscular dog, very strong and resistant. It is active and particularly adapted to difficult land. They have a good sense of smell and a sustained bark (short and repeated).



Behavior / temperament:

The Fawn of Brittany are passionate hunting dogs, although docile with the man, sociable, affectionate and balanced. They adapt easily to all terrain and all types of hunting. During the hunt they are brave, slums, tenacious and applied. They are enterprising and effective, but they also show aptitude to join the group. Well managed, they are obedient and of an easy return.

Head:

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Cranial region:
  • Skull : Rather elongated and the occipital protuberance is marked. Seen from the front, skull looks lowered curvature. Its width decreases until it reaches the level of the superciliary arches, that are not very marked.
  • Depression links (Stop) : Bit strong.

facial region:

  • Truffle : Black The Oscuro Brown. The Windows are wide open.
  • Snout : More pointed than square.
  • Belfos : They cover the lower jaw well, although not in excess. Whiskers are not abundant.
  • Jaws/Teeth : Jaws and teeth are strong, with a perfect and uniform scissor joint. Upper incisors cover lower incisors with tight contact. The incisors are set at right angles to the jaws. The absence of PM1 is not penalized.

Eyes : Not prominent, not too sunk in the orbits. Its color is dark brown. The conjunctiva is not apparent. The look is impetuous.

Ears : Delicately implanted at the level of the eye line, just reaching the tip of the truffle. They end in a point and are bent inwards and covered with a shallower and finer hair than the rest of the body.

Neck:

Quite short and muscular.

Body:

  • Back : Short and wide. Never sunk.
  • Pork loin : Width and well muscular.
  • Breast : Wide and high.
  • Ribs : Pretty rounded.
  • Belly : The lower margin is slightly raised towards the back.

Tail:

It is slightly sickle-shaped. Is medium length, thick at the base, often spike-shaped and tapers at the tip. When is the dog in action, the tail is on the margin of the back and performs regular lateral movements.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

  • Seen in conjunction : They show good bone structure and are well poised.
  • Shoulder : Oblique, well attached to the thorax.
  • Elbows : They occur in the axis of the body.
  • forearms : Vertical.
  • Metacarpus : Seen in profile, they are slightly oblique. Seen from the front, are presented in the axis of the body.

LATER MEMBERS

  • Seen in conjunction : They are well muscled. Legs are uniform. Seen from the back, they are parallel, or together, nor separated.
  • Thighs : Long and well muscled.
  • Babillas : Inclined and moderately bent.
  • Metatarsals : Vertical.

FEET : compacts. Fingers are together and arched ; nails are solid. Plantar bearings are hard.

Movement:

Elastic and uniform ; never in little hops.

Mantle

SKIN : Quite thick and flexible; no dewlap.

HAIR : Good hard, thin and quite short; never shaggy or curly. The face must not be tangled.

COLOR : Fawn ranging from golden wheat to brick red. Some scattered black hairs are tolerated, on the back and on the ears. Sometimes the presence of a white star is observed on the sill, this particularity is not sought.



Size and weight:

Height at withers : Of 0,48 to 0,56 m for males and females, with 2 cm excess tolerance for exceptional specimens.



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and its severity is considered in proportion to the degree of the deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and welfare of the dog.

SERIOUS FAULTS

Behavior
โ€ข Fearful dog
โ€ข Width and flat skull.
โ€ข Superciliar arcades too pronounced.
โ€ข Pointy or short snout. Hanging and thick lips.
โ€ข Light eyes.
โ€ข Flat and wide ears.

Body
โ€ข Weak appearance.
โ€ข Upper margin that is not tense enough.
โ€ข agalgado belly
โ€ข Deviation.
โ€ข Members
โ€ข Poor bone structure.
โ€ข Crushed feet
โ€ข Scarce, short, fine, soft.

MISS PLAYOFFS

โ€ข Aggressive or fearful dog.
โ€ข Absence of typical characteristics (any specimen whose characteristics differentiate it from its congeners).
โ€ข Inferior or superior prognathism.
โ€ข Very clear eyes.
โ€ข Partial or total depigmentation in the truffle or on the edge of the eyelids and the Belfos.
โ€ข Knotted tail.
โ€ข Presence of spur in the posterior members (dewclaws never appear in this breed)
โ€ข Long and lanudo hair.
โ€ข Any other fur than is not the one indicated by the standard.
โ€ข Any other size other than the standard tax.
โ€ข Notable disability; anatomical malformation.

Any dog โ€‹โ€‹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. Griffon fauve de Bretagne (English).
2. Fauve de Bretagne (French).
3. Griffon Fauve de Bretagne (German).
4. Griffon fauve de Bretagne (Portuguese).
5. Griffon fauve de Bretagne (espaรฑol).

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Griffon Nivernais
Francia FCI 17 - Medium-sized Hounds

Griffon Nivernais

Brave and vivacious, he "Griffon Nivernaisยป is an obedient and affectionate dog. never shy, it is not aggressive either.

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History

These dogs were crossed with those brought from the Crusades by San Luis to give the greyhounds, probable ancestors of the Griffon Nivernais.

They were big dogs, fine-nosed, clogged, excellent closers, very difficult to discipline, fast but tough, very scathing, specialized in strong and straight lines.

They were highly valued at that time for hunting wolves and wild boars.. The Greyhound was very fashionable during 200 years, until the reign of Louis XI, He was later abandoned from the royal packs by Francis I in favor of the "White Dog.".

But, some knights of the "Nivernais" maintained it until the French Revolution, when the race seemed to have disappeared. A century later, the last representatives of the greyhounds, kept in the cradle of the breed, were probably crossed with ยซGriffons de Bresseยป to give the Griffon Nivernais.

In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, received blood from English Foxhound and Grand Griffon Vendรฉen to give it size and speed.

He "Vendรฉen-Nivernaisยป, in particular, crossed paths with Bloodhound to create the Otterhound. The latter was used to soak the ยซNivernaisยซ, giving them a rustic nose and wisdom, and improved the ability to approach.

Closer to our time, after having been through wars with difficulty, and thanks to the development of wild boar populations, their number grew steadily from the 1980s onwards. 1970. More recently, some users injected blue blood to give him throat and application at work, often at the expense of his love of hunting wild boar.

Photo: This dog is a french Griffon Nivernais by Alephalpha, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics ยซNivernais Griffonยป

The Griffon Nivernais is recognizable in particular by its furry appearance with its long, well stocked and messy fur. The latter, which is rough and hard, it is always charcoal color, that is to say, sandy or leonado with black spots, but there are also white hairs here and there in its fur that draw shades from light gray to dark gray.

Sad expression, almost shy, giving dark eyes and pronounced eyebrows is also a characteristic of this breed.

The Griffon Nivernais it is a medium-sized dog with a robust gait and dry limbs. His tail is not very long, but they carry it tall and even saber-shaped when in action.

Character and skills of the Nivernais Griffon

GRIFFON NIVERNAIS CLUB – centrale-canine.fr

The Griffon Nivernais has a well marked character, sometimes stubborn, which makes it a highly prized hunting dog for its value, resistance and initiative.

It is generally reduced to its simplest expression: It is a dog used almost exclusively for hunting wild boar.

They are made to live in a herd where they must excel to have their place. But, for this reason, it is also a dog that can be difficult to train. So, best suited to an already experienced master of dog breeding.

Nonetheless, the Griffon Nivernais is calm and obedient when well trained. He is also a dog full of energy. He is very close to his teacher.

Care and maintenance of the Nivernais Griffon

The Griffon Nivernais It is an outdoor dog that needs physical exercise. That's why it doesn't adapt to city life, and above all it is not made to live locked in an apartment.

Regarding maintenance, the Griffon Nivernais does not require any particular care apart from a normal brushing once a week and another, more thorough, with an iron brush to thoroughly clean dead hairs and your skin, At least once a year.

Health ยซGriffon of the Nivernaisยป

The Griffon Nivernais It is a dog resistant to cold and humidity. On the other hand, afraid of heat.

It is a dog prone to stomach twists. That is why you should not do intense physical exercise before and immediately after your meals.. Otherwise, there are no known breed-specific diseases.

Characteristics "Griffon Nivernais"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Griffon Nivernais" 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 "Griffon Nivernais"

Nivernais Griffons at your command
Griffons Nivernais to orders
A Griffon Nivernais and two boars
Griffon nivernais and two wild boars

Type and recognitions:

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

Federations:

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

FCI breed standard "Griffon Nivernais"

Origin:
France

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
24.03.2004

Use:

Bloodhound dog used mainly for rifle hunting of wild boar, usually in pack, but also individually.



General appearance:

This is a tangled dog, typical of its genre, robust, very rustic and hirsute. Limbs and muscles are thin. It is a dog that is used more for its ability to work for long periods than for its speed.. It looks a little sad, but not afraid.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :
The length of the body (scapular-ischial) is slightly higher than the height at the withers. The skull and the nasal passage are the same length.



Behavior / temperament:
  • Behavior: Dog with a very fine sense of smell, stubborn, It especially likes difficult terrain and weeds.
  • Character : Excellent collector, very good hunter, He is brave without being reckless. Its bravery and spirit of initiative allow it to be used successfully in small groups to hunt wild boar.. Although it is easy to trust him with the trail of this animal, sometimes appears stubborn and independent, so much so that his master must know how to make him obey from the most tender age.

Head:

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Cranial region:

Very thin, light without being small, a bit long, but not in excess. The lines of the skull and the nasal passage are parallel.

  • Skull: Almost flat, medium amplitude. Delimited on the sides by the zygomatic arches, which are not very pronounced. The occipital protuberance is only noticeable by touch..
  • Depression links: Bit strong, it seems however, more accentuated every time the hair rises higher, but without exaggeration.

facial region:

  • Truffle : black, well marked.
  • Snout : Same length as skull, It is not too wide at its end. Its lateral faces converge slightly, but not to the point of creating a pointed snout. There is a little beard on the chin.
  • Lips : Poorly developed, They cover the lower jaw without further ado. They are covered by large, well-pigmented mustaches..
  • Jaws/teeth : Robust looking jaws, normally developed. Scissor joint, sometimes clamp-shaped. The incisors are set at right angles to the jaws.. The denture is complete (PM1 are not taken into consideration).
  • Eyes : Preferably dark. The look is lively and penetrating. Eyebrows are pronounced, but they don't cover the eye. The conjunctiva is not apparent. Eyelids are well pigmented.
  • Ears : median ligament (about 3 cm wide), at the level of the upper eye line. They are hanging, elastic, rather thin, medium amplitude, they turn slightly inwards at the extremity. They are quite hairy, semi long and reach to the birth of the truffle.

Neck:

Rather light, delgado, no appearance of double chin.

Body:

  • Top margin : Straight, from the cross to the loin.
  • Cross : It protrudes very slightly from the line of the back, It is narrow due to the proximity of the tips of the shoulder blades. Blends harmoniously with the neck.
  • Back : Solid and quite long. Rather narrow and steep, with good muscles, although this is not very apparent.
  • Pork loin : Solid, very slightly convex.
  • Rump : Huesuda, a little oblique, of thin muscles.
  • Breast : Go down as far as possible to the elbow. Front part of the chest poorly developed in width. The rib cage is long and widens towards the region of the false ribs.
  • Ribs : The first ones are rather flat, the last ones are more rounded.
  • Flanks : Massifs, although not in excess.
  • Lower margin : Slightly raised towards the back, but not aggrieved.

Tail:

Insertion a little high, not very long. It is thicker in the middle. During rest it appears slightly below the horizontal; when the dog is in action it appears in the shape of a saber, upward, and can be curled over the back at the end.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen in conjunction, good poise. Usually, and during rest, the previous members, viewed profile, They seem to be a little back from the vertical (under the dog, seen from the front).

  • Shoulder : Slightly sloping, skinny, well applied to the chest.
  • Elbows : Well attached to the body.Forearms : They look more solid because of their hair., but in reality they are thinner than thick and very straight.
  • Metacarpus : Rather short and slightly sloping.

LATER MEMBERS : Seen in conjunction, the profile appears slightly below the dog. Seen from the back, The vertical line that starts from the tip of the gluteus must pass through the tip of the hock, equally dividing the metatarsus.

  • Thigh : Rather flat. Hock : Tilted. In profile, the hock angle is slightly closed.
  • Metatarsals : They turn a little towards the front (slightly below the dog, seen from the back).

FEET : Oval, slightly elongated, with fingers together and solid. They resemble hare's foot, with good pigmentation in the nails and plantar pads.

Movement:

Elastic and easy (nor irregular, not even in jumps). The dog covers a lot of ground.

Mantle

SKIN : Elastic and quite stretched, well applied over the entire body. It's quite thick, Pigmented. Black spots are seen on the body, lips are well pigmented. There is no presence of dewlap.

HAIR : Long, hirsute and tangled, quite strong and rough (in any case, ni lanudo, ni enrizado). The belly and inner thighs should not be hairless.. Eyebrows, well pronounced, they do not cover the eye. There is some beard on the chin and ear, which is quite hairy.

COLOR : Always carbonated; that is to say, that the tip of the hair is darker than the base (carbon tips). The fawn can be more or less dark, but never orange. The carbonate end may be bluish. The light or dark appearance of the coat depends on how covered it is with carbon hairs. The presence of white hairs spread to a greater or lesser extent throughout the coat is accepted.; This imparts shades ranging from light gray to dark gray, passing through the gray boar. The coat is usually marked with fawn on the eyebrows, cheeks, the front part of the chest, the extremities of the limbs and under the tail. This feature, very visible in the puppy, often fades with age. The coat is characterized by the base color, by how covered it is with carbonaceous hairs and its possible union with the scattered white hairs. It is described for example, the โ€œvery slightly carbonated fawnโ€ (hare hair), the โ€œcarbon sandโ€ (wolf gray) and the โ€œblue carbon fawnโ€ (grey blue). A white spot on the front of the chest is acceptable.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross

  • Males: of 55 to 62 cm..
  • females: of 53 to 60 cm..


Fouls:

Any deviation from the above mentioned criteria is considered an absence and severity of this refers to the degree of deviation to the standard and its impact on the health and welfare of the dog.

โ€ข Behavior: Fearful dog.

MISS PLAYOFFS:

โ€ข Aggressive or fearful dog.
โ€ข Lack of typical features.
โ€ข Upper or lower prognathism.
โ€ข Different colored eyes โ€“ Heterochrome.
โ€ข Knotted tail.
โ€ข Complete black coat (absence of carbon fawn hair), wheat or orange, tricolor of bright and clearly delimited colors. white tips.
โ€ข Considerable depigmentation (truffle, eyelids, lips, around the anus, of the vulva, of the testicles).
โ€ข Size that deviates from the standard.
โ€ข Visible disabling defect. anatomical malformation.
โ€ข Presence of spurs, except in countries where it is prohibited by law to eliminate them.

Any dog โ€‹โ€‹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. Griffon Nivernais (English).
2. Griffon Nivernais (French).
3. Griffon Nivernais (German).
4. Griffon Nivernais (Portuguese).
5. Griffon Nivernais (espaรฑol).

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Berger Picard
Francia FCI 176 . Sheepdogs

Berger Picard

The picardy shepherd dog it is a little-known breed despite all its qualities

Content

History

The origins of the Picardy Sheepdog are ancient (is represented in a painting from the 8th century) and, However, there is no certain news of race before the year 1899, when he first appeared at an exhibition (where she was not judged because nobody knew her). The first French club for the protection of the breed did not appear until the year 1955.

Physical characteristics

It is a dog of medium to large dimensions, well proportioned, rustic looking yet elegant, characterized by its primitive shapes and rough hair. The head is provided with the size; the stop is very light and the forehead, slightly convex. The nose is strong and not too long, It should not end in a point. The nasal spout is straight. He has fine mustaches and a nice beard.

Ears are inserted high, they are wide at the base and their bearing is upright, with the tip forward. The eyes are more or less dark, depending on the color of the coat. The neck is strong and muscular. The thorax, alto. The total length of the trunk is slightly greater than the height at the withers. The tail reaches to the hock. At rest the dog carries it low, and on the move, highest; forms a slight curve at the tip.

Fur: hard, rough, of 5 to 6 cm length.

Color: grey, dark grey, grey blue, gray red, dark or light leonado, light dark, no white markings to stand out.

Size: males, of 60 to 65 cm.; females, of 55 to 60 cm..

Character and skills

The picardy shepherd dog He is very happy and playful as a family, especially with the children, while he is rather reserved with strangers. It is very faithful to its owner, whom you would like to be constantly next to and to whom you show your affection in every possible way.

It is much less nervous than other sheepdogs. It is equipped for all guard functions, defense and utility. It is very versatile, which means it is suitable for any task, either as a pastor, either guardian, and able to adapt to being a simple companion dog.
It is a pity that it does not stand out from the aesthetic point of view, which does not favor its diffusion, because it has one of the safest and most balanced characters known, provided it is in the hands of a firm and determined owner.

Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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Federations:

  • FCI โ“˜,
  • AKC โ“˜,
  • CKC โ“˜,
  • UKC โ“˜

FCI breed standard Berger Picard

FCIFCI - Berger Picard
Pastor

Alternative names:

1. Berger picard, Picard, Picardy Shepherd, Picardy Sheepdog (English).
2. Berger picard, Picard (French).
3. Berger de Picardie, PICARDIE-SCHร„FERHUND (German).
4. Pastor-da-picardia, Berger Picard (Portuguese).
5. Berger Picard, Berger de Picardie (espaรฑol).

Photo:

Berger Picard, charcoal fawn (fawn) by I follow / Public domain

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Bouvier des Flandres
Bรฉlgica Francia FCI 191 - Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)

Boyero de Flandes

The strong herding instinct of the Bouvier des Flandres manifests itself with its own family

Content

History

Bouvier des Flandres It is a breed of dog of Flanders, It is one of the three regions of Belgium, Wallonia and the Brussels region (Capital of Belgium and Flanders). It is known as Bouvier des Flandres and Toucheur de Boeuf en francรฉs, Vlaamse Koehond in flamenco and Vuilbaard in German.

There are many disputes as to its origin. For the French, This Boyero comes from the crossing of the Griffon with the old Pastor of Beauce. Belgians claim that it descends from the Boyero Roeselare, certainly it intervened in the construction of the race after extinction after the second world war. The FCI has attributed both origins to this dog, the region of Flanders is part French and part Belgian.

Physical characteristics

Traditionally used as cattle herding dog and a guard dog, the Sennenhund Flanders, It is a dog of large size and with the body covered with an abundant layer of long hair. There are several colorations, ranging from light brown (leonado) into the black, passing through several shades of gray, "salt and pepper" and chocolate. The validity in different colors of fur contest is determined by the different associations canรณfilas.

Boyero Flanders is a robust dog, powerful appearance and large size but without showing clumsiness or heaviness. His most notable feature is his impressive head, accentuated by a bushy beard and moustache. The ears and tail times are cut, Although this practice is falling into disuse. The weight can vary between 36 and 45 kg, the height to cross between 60 and 69 centimeters.

Bushy fur has a underlying layer and can be anything from a up black Griffon, requiring constant grooming and, in the case of dogs in competition, cut each 6 u 8 weeks.

Character and skills

Boyero Flanders has a stable temperament; never shy but never aggressive. It is a worthy dog, calm, rational and, wisely, bold. As dog and surveillance, It may be suspicious and protective with their family or herd.

His strong herding instinct is manifested with his own family, especially if children are included.

It is an intelligent dog, He learns fast, although it is also easily bored so it requires constant stimulation and obedience training is essential.

It is a relatively healthy breed and little predisposed to specific ailments. Like all large breeds it is susceptible to Dysplasia of hip and gastric torsion, and sometimes there may be problems of cataract.

Characteristics "Bouvier des Flandres"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Bouvier des Flandres" 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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Pictures Bouvier des Flandres

Videos Bouvier des Flanders

Type and recognitions:

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Federations:

FCI โ“˜, AKC โ“˜, ANKC โ“˜, CKC โ“˜, โ€‹KC โ“˜, NZKC โ“˜, UKC โ“˜

FCI breed standard Bouvier des Flandres

FCIFCI - Bouvier des Flandres
Cattle

Alternative names:

1. Flanders Cattle Dog, Vlaamse Koehond (English).
2. bouvier des Flandres (French).
3. Bouvier des Flandres (German).
4. Boiadeiro das Flandres (Portuguese).
5. Boyero de Flandes (espaรฑol).