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166 GUIDE T O BREED S

PETIT BLEU DE GASCOGNE

THIS KEEN-NOSED HOUND IS READY TO FOLLOW A SCENT BUT IS EASILY BORED FCI

Height range Bred down in size from the Grand Bleu de Gascogne Dark chestnut
20–23 in (50–58 cm) (see p.165), the Petit Bleu de Gascogne was developed eyes
Weight range for hunting hare but is also used to pursue larger
88–106 lb (40–48 kg)
game. With a fine nose and a musical voice, this Black patch
Life span 12 years hound works well either as
Origin France an individual or in a pack.
If kept as a companion,
it needs a firm hand
and a lot of exercise.

Long, refined
muzzle
Pendant,
low-set ears
Short,
slate-blue coat

Tan markings
on feet and legs
Well-developed
dewlap

BLUE GASCONY GRIFFON

THIS ALL-WEATHER HUNTER IS TIRELESS AND FULL OF SPIRIT FCI

Height range A cross between the Petit Bleu de Gascogne (above) and
19–22 in (48–57 cm) wire-coated hounds, this dog has a coarse, shaggy coat that
Weight range allows it to work in harsh conditions. A comparatively rare
37–40 lb (17–18 kg)
breed, it was specifically developed to hunt deer, fox, and
Life span 12–13 years rabbit. It has stamina rather than great speed and a
Origin France remarkably efficient nose.

Long, wiry
eyebrows

Long, pendant
Tan markings ears Harsh, shaggy,
on muzzle slate-blue coat

Long tail
Coat denser tapers to
and longer thin point
on shoulders

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