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| Breed: Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne |
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| Height: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne is about 17-20 inches tall. |
| Weight: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne weighs between 25-33 lbs. |
| Colors: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne can be has irregular shaped black patches upon a white background, which is speckled with black. This gives a blue reflection. White is the predominant color. Some dogs are completely mottled (no black body spots), always with traces of fiery tones. |
| General Appearance: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne is a rustic looking dog that is solidly built. This dog is of medium height and build. It should look as if it is 1/2 Griffon and 1/2 Bleu de Gascogne. It's coat is rough and wiry. The coat is also shorter on the head and ears and much denser and slightly longer on the shoulders, chest and thighs. |
| Temperment: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne is a trail hound that is used for hunting deer, fox and rabbits. This breed has moderate speed and excellent endurance. The dog has a deep voice and remarkable scenting ability. This dog has an even temperament and is friendly with children and other dogs. Some may be more reserved than others around strangers. |
| Care: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne's coat should not be clipped because the slightly unkempt look is part of the breed's Griffon ancestry. Brush this dog's coat and bathe it as necessary. |
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| Training: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne is easy to train. Be consistent in it's training and make sure to have short sessions. If the sessions are too long, the dog may become bored. |
| Activity: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne needs regular exercise, such as a daily walk. |
| Life Span: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne lives an average life of |
| Litter Size: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne has an average litter of |
| Country of Origin: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne originated in France. |
| Brief History: The Petit Griffon Bleu de Gascogne is descended from Scenthounds and Griffons of ancient lineage. Gascony Province, the specific area of their development, is located on the southwestern coast of France |
| Registries: UKC, CKC |