Grand Gascon Saintongeois
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Male: 65–72 cm. |
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Not fixed |
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The Grand Gascon Saintongeois is a French breed recognized by the FCI ( FCI Group 6, Section 1.1, Standard No. 21 ).
Breed history
The Grand Gascon Saintongeois was created in the mid-19th century when trying to breed the Chien de Saintonge . This breed was then in decline and can hardly be found. The initiator was Count Joseph de Carayon-Latour - mayor of Virelade at the time - who crossed the Grand Bleu de Gascogne (a pack of Baron de Ruble) with remnants of the stock and at the same time caused the decline of the Chien de Saintonge breed .
Brief description
The Grand Gascon Saintongeois is a hunting dog up to 72 cm tall and up to 36 kg heavy . The dog's hair is short and close-fitting, the basic color is white, spotted black, sometimes spotted. The ears are thin, folded and must be able to reach at least the tip of the nose.
use
Hunting dog, pack dog
Individual evidence
- ↑ Chien de Virelade on the website of the French municipality of Virelade (French)
- ↑ Breed standard No. 21 of the FCI: Grand Gascon Saintongeois (PDF)