Braque Francais Pyrenean

Braque Francais Pyrenean History

The Braque Francais Pyrenees or French Spaniel is a breed of gundog developed in France. The origins of the Braque Francais Pyrenees or French spaniel go back to the early 1600s. The ancestors of the Braque Francais were first used by shepherds in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of France, where they became known as “Caniche de montagne” (Mountain Spaniel). The Braque Francais or “French Cocker” was recognized by the Kennel Club of England in 1886, and by the American Kennel Club in 1888. The Braque Francais is a medium-sized, short-coated, square-proportioned sporting dog. The head is medium-sized and has flat cheeks, a pointed nose, and large hazel eyes. The muzzle is medium in length and moderately deep, with a slightly domed forehead. The ears are moderately long and pendant. The neck is of moderate length, set well into the shoulders, and is muscular and well arched. The chest is deep and well let down, and the back is straight, strong and straight to high with slight slope. The tail is docked to approximately 5-7.5 cm (2-3 in). The legs are straight, of medium size, and lean. The feet are round with tight toes. The coat is dense and wiry, either straight or wavy. The coat colors include black,

Braque Francais Pyrenean Physical Characteristics

The Braque Francais is a medium- to large-sized herding breed of dog. The males stand 53 to 61 centimetres (21 to 24 in) at the withers and weigh 34 to 48 kilograms (75 to 105 lb). The females stand 48 to 56 centimetres (19 to 22 in) at the withers, and weigh 33 to 46 kilograms (72 to 101 lb). They have a heavy, short, harsh outer coat of coarse, woolly hair, and a soft, dense undercoat. They have a V-shaped head, dark almond-shaped eyes, erect ears, and a straight or slightly curved tail. They are working dogs.

Braque Francais Pyrenean Health

Description of breed health.

Braque Francais Pyrenean Temperament and Behaviour

The Braque Francais Pyrenean is a highly intelligent, skillful, and hard-working hunting breed. They require a lot of exercise and enjoy going on long, long walks. They love being around people and are known to be quite playful. They are independent and stubborn, so they need a strong leader and consistent training program. At times, they can be aggressive with strange animals and people.

Braque Francais Pyrenean Activity Requirements

The Braque Francais Pyrenean is a medium size dog that is known for its athleticism. Originally bred to work herding sheep, today’s Pyrenean is a calm, loyal companion. While they don’t need much running or jumping, they do require regular activity. A daily walk or short jog or game of fetch should keep them in good shape. While they may not need as much activity as some other breeds, they still require physical and mental stimulation. A Pyrenean is a good match for an active family who lives in an apartment or doesn’t have a big backyard. Their small size and athletic ability makes them an ideal indoor dog.

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