Chien Français Tricolore
Breed at a glance
- Origin
- France
Use
The Chien Français Tricolore are pack hunting dogs, which means that groups of dogs are hunted together, always directed by a human, not running about hunting by themselves. [ 2 ] Dogs bred to be pack hunting dogs do not usually make good pets .
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The Chien Français Tricolore translated into English as the French Tricolour Hound , is a breed of dog of the scenthound type , originating in France . The breed is used for hunting in packs. [ citation needed ]
Appearance
The breed is a typical large French hunting pack hound, with a lean and muscular body, long legs, elongated head with a noticeable occipital protuberance, long drop ears, and slightly square flews. Their size is 62 to 72 centimetres (24 to 28 in) at the withers ; females are slightly smaller. The coat is tricolour, with a wide black mantle, and tan parts are of a bright colour. A grizzled colour called "louvard" ("wolf-like") is also seen in the breed. Faults are listed as physical or behavioural abnormalities, and a dog with such faults should not be bred. Faults include fat feet, aggression, or any trace of crossing with English hounds. [ 1 ]