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FRENCH GASCONY POINTER

THIS DOG IS GENTLE AND INTELLIGENT AT HOME BUT AN AVID HUNTER OUTDOORS FCI

Height range One of the oldest pointer breeds, the French Gascony Drop ears with
22–27 in (56–69 cm) Pointer from southwest France is still kept as a hunter’s rounded tips
Weight range dog, as well as a household companion. Loyal and
55–71 lb (25–32 kg)
affectionate, it has a sensitive nature that Broad,
Life span 12–14 years responds best to gentle, consistent straight back
Origin France training. It is a determined and
enthusiastic tracker
in the field.

Other colors
Chestnut-
brown eyes Very fine, short,
chestnut-brown
Chestnut-brown and white coat
Chestnut-brown dogs may Slightly tucked-up belly
have tan markings. Chestnut-brown
flecking less dense
than on French
Compact, Pyrenean Pointer
almost (see p.250)
round feet

SLOVAKIAN ROUGH-HAIRED POINTER

THIS LOYAL, OBEDIENT, AND LEVEL-HEADED BREED LOVES TO WORK KC

Height range This breed is found under a variety of names, from Slovensky Long, lean head
22–27 in (57–68 cm) Pointer, to Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer, to Slovenský
Weight range Hrubosrstý Stavaˇc in its homeland. It is probably
55–77 lb (25–35 kg)
descended from German hunting dogs Straight, solid back slopes
Life span 12–14 years and shows their typical intelligence, slightly down toward tail
Origin Slovakia good humor, and energy. Not a breed
to leave alone at home, it
Longer, softer,
thrives on company lighter-colored
and activity. hair on muzzle

Almond-shaped,
Drop ears with amber eyes
short, soft hair

Harsh, flat, gray
(brown-shaded
White markings sable) coat
on chest

Rounded feet with
well-arched toes

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