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The Grand Bleu de Gascogne is not a dog that is suitable for just being a family or companion dog. It is a, like the name indicates, French origin breed that is bred for hunting, which has given the breed a very strong hunting instinct. They are also very brave and fast when they need to be or when they need to run after a prey during a hunt. Although they are easy to get along with, extremely friendly and generally trusting and loyal to their people, it is therefore a dog that needs to be used and allowed to react to its hunting instincts. In addition, they bred in herds of dogs of the same breed, meaning that the breed will thrive best in an environment with several dogs.
If the Grand Bleu de Gascogne is still the dog that suits your needs, it is very important to be aware that the breed requires a lot of effort from its owners. It is important to make sure that the dog is properly socialized early on during its youth, especially to different people and also children, so that the dog is used to people and can get along with both strangers and children. In addition, they have a very high need for physical movement, stimulation and challenges, as it is important that they use their abilities and are stimulated mentally. The breed originated in France and was particularly popular among the French nobility earlier in the 17th and 18th centuries, where they were considered a symbol of prosperity and power. The dog has been bred with adaptation to the environment in which they were to be driven, especially the climate and terrain. Due to their position in the French nobility, they were almost exterminated during the revolution in France. This did not succeed, however, as some of the dogs were hidden and preserved. Thereafter, the breed was crossed and gave rise to the breed of dogs, as it is known today.
The size for males will typically be 65-72 cm. The females are a bit smaller and will grow to around 62-68cm. WHen the dog is fully grown, it will weigh somewhere around 32 to 35 kg.
Historically, the breed was bred for hunting purposes. Therefore, they have a very great need for physical activity and mental stimulation. When the breed was used for hunting, a group of dogs would be released, and together they would stalk the prey and chase it until they had run it tired, hereafter they would lay down the prey. Although this form of hunting is no longer allowed in most countries, the dog still has its hunting instinct and it will be almost impossible to hold the dog back once it gets its instinct activated.
The coat is short, smooth and shiny, and is built for relatively warmer conditions than those we have in the UK. The coat does not require much care, but the ears must be kept clean and free of filters.
This breed is not easy to raise. This means that you will have to start raising and training the dog from a very young age. It is also really important that the dog is raised through a consistent routine if it is to be successful. This is despite the fact that it is generally an attentive, cooperative and intelligent dog. You will get a very independent dog, and call backs can present great challenges, especially if the dog has gotten the scent or sight of something interesting. The training and the reward must vary greatly to keep the dog interested.
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