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CATALOG OF BREEDS | GUNDOGS

French Gascony Pointer

HEIGHT 22–27in (56–69cm) Chestnut-brown
WEIGHT 55–71lb (25–32kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–14 years Chestnut-brown dogs may have tan markings.

One of the oldest pointer breeds, the French Gascony Pointer,
from southwest France, is still kept as a hunter’s dog as well as
a household companion. Loyal and affectionate, it has a sensitive Broad, straight back
nature that responds best to gentle, consistent training. It is
a determined and enthusiastic tracker in the field.

Chestnut-brown
Drop ears with eyes
rounded tips
Very fine,
short coat

Chestnut-brown
and white
Chestnut-brown flecking
less dense than on French
Pyrenean Pointer (see p.256)
Compact, almost
round feet

Spanish Pointer Old Danish Pointer

HEIGHT 23–26in (59–67cm) HEIGHT 20–24in (50–60cm)
WEIGHT 55–66lb (25–30kg) WEIGHT 57–77lb (26–35kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–14 years LIFE SPAN 12–13 years

Also known as the Perdiguero de Burgos, this dog was Its local name, Gammel Dansk Hønsehund, also translates as
bred to track deer, but is now mostly used for smaller game. Old Danish Chicken Dog or Bird Dog. This breed is still used
It is a reliable, easy-going breed that fits well into family life. as a determined tracker, pointer, and retriever, and even as
Nonetheless, it is an avid hunter—halfway between a scent a sniffer dog, but it also makes an even-tempered family
hound and a pointer—and thrives on work. White patch dog for those willing to give it plenty to do. Moderate
on head stop
Tail traditionally
docked to
one-third of Liver
natural length Liver-colored patch
patch White with
liver markings
Muscular,
slightly
Dark hazel Broad, drop “throaty”
eyes neck
ears with
Well rounded tips
developed Liver
flews cover marbled Liver flecking
lower lip

Round,
catlike
feet

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