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BRAQUE FRANÇAIS — BREED DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION
Breed Description / Health Issues / Breed Standards / Training / Additional Information
Breed Description
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Note: The breed registries indicated above are the most recognized all-breed registries. The breed may also be recognized by other registries not indicated here. For further details about dog registries, please see the document: Dog Breed Registries in North America.
* — The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) is the World Canine Organisation, which includes members (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees and train their own judges. The FCI recognizes 332 breeds, with each being the "property" of a specific country. The FCI is not a breed registry nor does it issue pedigrees. |
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Height of Pyrénées Type:
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Males: 47 to 58 cm
Males: 58 to 69 cm with the ideal being 61 to 63 cm
Females of both types are slightly smaller |
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The literal translation for the Braque Français is the French Pointer or French Pointing Dog. There are two types of Braque Français — the Gascogne and the Pyrénées. The more common of the two is the Pyrénées. The breed is much more popular in France and other parts of Europe than in North America and the United Kingdom where it is still rarely seen. It is, however, starting to gain popularity among sportsmen, especially in Quebec.
The Pyrénées is a smaller dog than the Gascogne. Both breeds date back to the 1600's and are said to pre-date the modern short-haired hunting breeds. The Braque is known for his soft mouth and is a natural in the field and in the home. He is very intelligent, sensitive and affectionate. In the home he is very gentle with children and makes an ideal pet. He is an excellent tracker and hunting dog, a good retriever and a hard worker.
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Mia du CBFQ (Mia)
Photo courtesy of Jersey Sporting Dogs
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Health Issues:
If you are considering the adoption of a Braque Français puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder. Ensure that the prospective puppy's parents have all health clearances. Breeding of any dog should not be done until after they have been proven to be free of evidence of significant hereditary diseases. (For more information on selecting a breeder, see the articles on the main Breed Listing and Breeders page.)
Health Resources:
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Breed Standards:
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Training Resources:
- Training — For information on training your Braque, see this growing section of Canada's Guide to Dogs for tips, articles, as well as listings of training centres across Canada.
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Additional Information:
- Clubs, Sports and Activities — Information on various dog sports and activities, including Agility, Obedience, Conformation, and much more, as well as non-breed specific clubs from across Canada. (For breed specific clubs, please see the Breed Clubs section.)
- Working Dogs — Information on the working dog, including Guide Dogs, Therapy Dogs, Police Dogs, SAR Dogs, and much more. Plus lists of organizations from across Canada.
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