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PICARDY SPANIEL

THIS DOG LOVES OPEN SPACES BUT MAKES A CALM COMPANION AT HOME FCI

Height range One of the oldest spaniel breeds, the Picardy Spaniel Long, low-set,
22–24 in (55–60 cm) is still used in France to flush birds in woodland and drop ears
Weight range wetland areas. An enthusiastic swimmer, it makes
44–55 lb (20–25 kg)
a placid, reliable, and affectionate family dog,
Life span 12–14 years which will even adapt to city life if given a
Origin France reasonable amount of exercise.
Oval head
Back slopes down with well-
toward tail defined stop

Curved tail
with feathering
Dense coat has
slight wave and
gray mottling
Squarely
built body
Brown patch
Large feet are round,
with feathering
between toes
Rich tan
markings

BLUE PICARDY SPANIEL

THIS PLAYFUL, GENTLE SPANIEL LOVES PLENTY OF ATTENTION AND EXERCISE FCI

Height range Mainly used as a water dog for pointing and retrieving snipe Well-defined stop
23–24 in (57–60 cm) in marshland, this quiet and easygoing breed is a fun-loving
Weight range companion and good with children. However, the Blue Picardy
44–46 lb (20–21 kg)
Spaniel’s friendly temperament
Slightly wavy coat
Life span 11–13 years means that it is of little with black patches
Origin France use for guarding.

Lighter-colored
blaze
Pendulous
flews
Tail about
Long, drop hock length
ears are
covered with
wavy hair
Gray-black
speckling gives
bluish shade
to coat Tight, round feet
have plenty of
hair between toes

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