Human orientation
Friendly, gentle and willing to work together with the owner.
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French lack of the Pyrenean type
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History of the breed French breed Pyrenean type
Origin: France
The roots go back to an ancient type of ligavy in the central Pyrenees and in the south of France. At the end of the 19th century, the breed almost disappeared, and at the beginning of the 20th century, it was restored. Since 1975, the Pyrenean type has been recognized separately from the larger Gascon type. It is used on feathered game: the dog steadily points to the prey and raises the shot bird.
The French Pyrenean type is a lighter and smaller relative of the Gascon: height at the withers is 47-58 cm (preferably 50-55 cm), drier structure, thinner and shorter hair. A lively, fast and friendly dog that is easy to learn. A hunting breed that loves movement and working with a person, but behaves calmly at home if it has received a load.
Sizeaverage
OriginFrance
Life is nearby
Suitable for active owners who like long walks and are ready to exercise with their dog every day. Its smaller size and shorter coat make it more comfortable in everyday life than the Gascon type, but an apartment without walks and work will not suit it.
Walks
High Daily long walks, running in a safe area, games of fetch and fetch help her stay balanced. With a small load, it can become annoying.
Training
Learns quickly, cooperates willingly and responds well to praise and treats. Like all puppies, she needs early socialization and recall training. Classes are made short and varied.
Care
The fine short coat is easy to care for: it is enough to brush once a week, more often during the two seasonal molts. Ears are cleaned, paws and skin are examined after walks in nature. Nails are trimmed.
Children
Usually gentle and sociable, gets along well with children. Because of liveliness, it can knock down the baby during the game, so communication is controlled by an adult. The child is taught to behave calmly and not to limit the dog's space.
Other animals
Generally tolerant of dogs, especially raised in a pack or family. The hunting instinct can be aimed at birds and small animals. It is better to meet a cat when it is a puppy.
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
Lively and receptive, quickly learns commands, but needs variety in classes.
Zooaggression
In general, she is friendly with dogs, and perceives birds and rodents as prey.
Health and reproductive risks
There is no comparable survival estimate for the breed in the British cohort used. The absence of the mentioned risk does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases.
Ease of care
Short, fine wool does not require complex care, only regular inspections of the ears and paws.
Health
Breed screening
Breed screening: there are few descriptions of hereditary diseases of the breed "French lack of the Pyrenean type". Ask the breeder for the written results of the parents' examinations and the current requirements of the club.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal system: the growth and load of the dog of the breed "French Pyrenean type" is coordinated with its age. If lameness or pain occurs, a veterinary examination is required.
Eyes and heart
During preventive visits, the veterinarian checks the eyes and the heart. Narrow examinations, for example by an ophthalmologist or a cardiologist, are prescribed as needed. Ask the breeder what tests the parents have passed.
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