Human orientation
Moderately high score: the breed is sociable, but works independently. Actual behavior depends on socialization.
THE PAW CATALOG
Blue Gascon Griffon
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History of the Blue Gascon Griffon breed
Origin: France
Derived from the crossing of the Blue Gascon Hound with the Griffon Nivernay, possibly also with the Greater Griffon Vendée. Over the years, the number of breeds declined, but now the breed is gradually recovering.
The Blue Gascon Griffon is a medium-sized, hard-coated French hound with a slate-blue shade. Excitable, but gentle, with his voice and good sense of smell. Needs space, movement and reliable calling.
Sizeaverage
OriginFrance
Life is nearby
Suitable for hunters and active people in a country house with a fenced plot. Without movement and company, he is bored and barks loudly. Having felt a trail, he can follow it.
Walks
A healthy adult dog needs long walks and sniffing work every day. Free running is possible only in the fenced area. The load of puppies and elderly dogs is adjusted with the veterinarian.
Training
Willing to work, but independent. Olfactory games, valuable treats and short activities work. The call is practiced on a long leash.
Care
The hard shaggy coat is combed about twice a week, sometimes trimmed. After walks in the forest, the skin, ears and paws are examined. Claws are regularly trimmed and teeth are taken care of.
Children
Excitable, but gentle. An adult monitors the contact, and the rules of a calm game are explained to the child.
Other animals
The pack background helps the Blue Gascon Griffon get along with other dogs. Small animals are potential prey for her, so acquaintances are gradual.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
Neutral assessment: there is no sufficient comparative data on the "Blue Gascon Griffon" breed. The behavior of a particular dog depends on socialization and experience.
Zooaggression
Average rating: The Blue Gascon Griffon generally gets along with dogs, but his attitude towards small animals depends on his hunting instinct and needs to be tested.
Health and reproductive risks
There are no comparable survival data for the Blue Gascon Griffon breed in the UK cohort used. Just because no risk is listed doesn't mean it doesn't exist: screening parents remains important.
Ease of care
Medium-high rating: the coat is combed twice a week, and the rest of the care is simple.
Health
Breed screening
Breed Screening: Little is known about the health of this rare breed. Ask the breeder for documentary results of examinations of both parents and current recommendations of the club.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal apparatus: for the "Blue Gascon Griffon" breed, the load is selected according to age and condition. Limping, pain or reluctance to move is a reason to consult a veterinarian.
Eyes and heart
A preventive examination includes an evaluation of the eyes, heart, and ears. Long hanging ears are cleaned and dried.
Photo of the breed
