Griffon bleu de Gascogne
Breed Information |
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Popularity |
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Name | Griffon bleu de Gascogne |
Other names | None |
Origin | France |
Breed Group | Scenthound (UKC) |
Size | Medium |
Type | Cross Breed |
Life span | 12-15 years |
Temperament |
Affectionate Alert Energetic Friendly Independent Lively Loyal |
Height |
Males: 19.5-22.5 inches Female: 19-21.5 inches |
Weight | |
Colors | Black & White |
Litter Size | |
Puppy Prices |
Average $1000 - $1500 USD
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Breed Characteristics |
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Adaptability |
4 stars |
Apartment Friendly |
2 stars |
Barking Tendencies |
4 stars Frequent |
Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also very friendly toward other pets and very friendly toward strangers. |
Dog Friendly |
3 stars |
Exercise Needs |
4 stars |
Grooming |
2 stars Low Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. |
Health Issues |
2 stars Usually very healthy Hypoallergenic: No |
Intelligence |
2 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
Playfulness |
3 stars |
Shedding Level |
0 stars Unknown |
Stranger Friendly |
4 stars |
Trainability |
0 stars Unknown |
Watchdog Ability |
4 stars |
Griffon bleu de Gascogne Names |
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Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
01 | Charlie | Molly |
02 | Max | Daisy |
03 | Bandit | Maggie |
04 | Louie | Emma |
05 | Oscar | Lola |
06 | Duke | Coco |
07 | Henry | Rosie |
08 | Sam | Layla |
09 | Jackson | Abbie |
10 | Jasper | Maya |
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Overview |
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The Griffon bleu de Gascogne is a medium sized, solidly built Griffon of rustic appearance. Height at the withers for males is 19.5 to 22.5 inches. For females, it is 19 to 21.5 inches. Alert, keen and enterprising, the Griffon Blue de Gascogne has a fine nose and a good voice and is an intent hunter, yet it is affectionate. |
History |
The Griffon Bleu de Gascogne is a breed of very ancient Pyrenean origin. It is the result of crossing a medium sized Gascony Blue with a Griffon. After having nearly become extinct, the breed is experiencing a considerable revival. It is used to hunt hare and wild boar. |
References
- [1] ^ Société Centrale Canine: Griffon bleu de Gascogne Breed Standard