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ARTOIS HOUND

THIS FRIENDLY, LIKEABLE FRENCH HOUND MAKES A WELL-BEHAVED HUNTING COMPANION FCI

Height range The sometimes precocious Artois Hound is an excellent hunting
21–23 in (53–58 cm) companion that needs lots of exercise. It can be distinguished from
Weight range other French scent hounds by its flat, open, pendant ears. The Artois
62–66 lb (28–30 kg)
Hound has a strong directional sense, a very keen nose, precise
Life span 12–14 years pointing, speed on the move, and drive. Its ancestry goes back
Origin France to the Great Artois Hound (and back to the Saint Hubert),
while some English blood also modified the breed. In the
early 1990s, this robust and courageous hunter of hare,
deer, and boar was brought back from near extinction,
although it is still rare.
Black saddle
Broad head
with moderately
long muzzle Pronounced
stop
Large, round,
dark-colored eyes
Slightly
elongated feet

Strong,
broad back

Tricolor coat

Ears practically
flat, distinguishing
it from other French
scent hounds

Wide chest

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