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Blue Gascony Basset
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
| Overview: | The Blue Gascogne Basset originated in the Gascogny region of France. It was bred as a hunting dog, but can be kept for a pet in a home with a large yard. |
| Breed Group: | Hound |
| Weight (lbs): | 70-80 |
| Height (in): | 23-27 |
| Colors: | white with black patches |
| Coat: | The coat is short and smooth. |
| Character: | Blue Gascogne Bassets are intelligent and good tempered, but can be stubborn. |
| Temperament: | Blue Gascogne Hounds are loving with family, but distant with strangers. They may not get along well with other dogs. |
| Care: | The coat needs to be bathed and brushed occasionally. |
| Training: | The Blue Gascogne Hound can be stubborn and resistant to obedience training. Patience is needed to train this breed. |
| Activity: | Blue Gascogne Hounds need a large, fenced yard with plenty of open space for running. |
| Country of Origin: | France |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-14 |