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CESKY FOUSEK

THIS RURAL BREED IS INTELLIGENT AND ROBUST BUT MAY BE HEADSTRONG FCI

Height range This breed, variously claimed to be of Czech, Slovakian, Distinctive,
23–26 in (58–66 cm) or Bohemian descent, is still a popular hunting dog in bushy eyebrows
Weight range these areas but is rare elsewhere. It is loyal and trainable
49–75 lb (22–34 kg)
and usually gentle around people, but it is a natural
Life span 12–13 years hunter and so may be unreliable with other pets. Large, drop ears
Origin Czech Republic
Tail traditionally docked
to two-fifths of length Beard of
soft hair
Other colors
Deep-set,
amber eyes
with kind Hard, protective,
Brown expression dark roan coat with
brown patches
Brown coats may have
ticked markings on
chest and lower limbs.
Brown
nose
Compact, spoon-
shaped feet

WIREHAIRED POINTING GRIFFON

THIS RUGGED AND RELIABLE BREED IS A FRIENDLY TOWN OR COUNTRY COMPANION AKC

Height range Related to the German Shorthaired Pointer (opposite), bred by Dutchman
20–24 in (50–60 cm) Edward Korthals, and adopted by French hunters, this is a versatile
Weight range and easy-going breed. It is not the fastest gundog but is
51–60 lb (23–27 kg) Body length
popular for hunting where obedient, close-working exceeds leg length
Life span 12–13 years dogs are needed—qualities that also
Origin The Netherlands make it a valuable companion.

Hairy eyebrows
Shorter, liver Long muzzle
hair on ears with hairy
Other colors beard and
mustache

Liver White and
orange
Deep chest
Harsh, coarse,
steel-gray coat with
dense undercoat
Roan, white,
and brown Round feet
with tight,
arched toes

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