Chien Français Tricolore

French Tricolour Hound
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Summary

  • The Chien Français Tricolore is a French hound developed for hunting large game. They are known for their tricolor coat, high energy levels, and need for substantial daily exercise.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in France for hunting large game, particularly deer.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female24-26 inches (60-68 cm)62-71 pounds (28-32 kg)
Male24-27 inches (62-70 cm)66-75 pounds (30-34 kg)

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Tricolor; white with black patches and tan markings
Type
  • Short, dense
Length
  • Short

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate
Grooming
  • Low
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Moderate in size, not too heavy
Skull
  • Slightly rounded
Ears
  • Set on at the level of the eyes, hanging down, slightly turned inwards
Eyes
  • Dark, intelligent and lively expression
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Rather long, fairly straight, same length as the skull
Teeth
  • Scissor bite
Neck
  • Fairly long, slightly arched
Forequarters
  • Muscular, straight
Fore Legs
  • Straight, well-muscled
Hindquarters
  • Well-muscled
Hind Legs
  • Straight, well-muscled
Feet
  • Compact, with strong pads
Tail
  • Long, carried sabre fashion
Gait
  • Light and effortless

Temperament

  • Intelligent, courageous, and energetic; needs training

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Yes
Good with Children
  • Generally good with older children
Good with Dogs
  • Generally good, especially if socialized early
Good with Cats
  • May have a prey drive; socialization is important
Openness to Strangers
  • Reserved with strangers
Playfulness Level
  • Moderate to high
Protective Nature
  • Moderate
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Hunting large game, specifically deer; also used for fox and boar hunting

Exercise Needs

  • High; requires a lot of daily exercise

Health

  • Generally healthy, but prone to bloat.

Additional Notes

  • A hunting dog that needs lots of exercise. Early socialization and consistent training are important. They require space to run and play.

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