Ariegeois

Other name: Braque de l’Ariège

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Hair type	Short
Origin	France
Template	Big
Head shape	Long

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 28 kg to 30 kg	From 50 cm to 56 cm
Male	From 28 kg to 30 kg	From 52 cm to 58 cm

History of the breed

Ariégeois is originally, as its name suggests, from Ariège, in the Languedoc-Roussillon-Midi-Pyrénées region. The breed is the result of a cross between a local lighter dog and an orderly dog, probably the Bleu de Gascogne , between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. It is to Count Élie de Vézins (1835-1920) that we attribute its paternity and development. The objective was then to develop a breed called to excel in hare hunting .

Today, it is an area in which the Ariégeois always shows itself to its advantage, even if it also happens to shine against the wild boar. Its ability to navigate difficult terrain in the forest or in the mountains has always been appreciated by hunters who have used it. Mainly present in the South, it is much rarer in the rest of France and, a fortiori, in the rest of the world. After almost disappearing during the Second World War, the breed has been slowly getting a makeover. The breed was definitively recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) on October 1, 1954.

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Physical features

His hair: rather short, tight and fine in texture.
Its color: white with black spots. The contours of the marks are well defined. The dress may be speckled. Pale tan marks on cheeks and eyes.
His head: of medium width. The skull is slightly domed when seen from the front. The stop is little accentuated. The nose is black, the nostrils wide open, the lips tight and thin.
His ears: rather long, reaching the base of the nose without going beyond the end, drooping, thin, flexible, narrow at their attachment.
His eyes: brown in color, wide open, displaying an alert expression.
His body: the back is well muscled, the kidney welded and slightly arched, the croup fairly horizontal, the chest long and of medium width, the flank flat and slightly raised.
Its tail: rather thin, reaching the point of the hock, carried happily like a saber blade.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

The Ariégeois is a dog full of joie de vivre and affection . He is cheerful, sociable, intelligent and obedient. When hunting, he shows off his speed, but also his sense of initiative and application. Patient with children, he is also a very good companion dog. He gets along well with other dogs .

Faithful to his owner and his adoptive family, he is gentle and caring with his loved ones. He will stand up for those with whom he lives. He will seek to satisfy his owner. He enjoys the company and the hugs. Very sensitive , he could be worried from time to time. We must be careful to reassure him.

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Education

The Ariégeois is not a particularly difficult dog to train. Docile and intelligent , he likes to please his master and will perform with a lot of enthusiasm. On the other hand, his sensitivity means that his education should not be too firm. The Ariégeois has a strong learning potential . His education is therefore rather simple, provided it is done early and correctly. As with all dogs, it is necessary to train them with delicacy, gentleness and firmness . With a shy temperament, it is advisable to socialize him very young with humans so that he does not develop any fear.

Living conditions

Hunting dog par excellence, the Ariégeois   needs large spaces to flourish and feel good. Thus, life in the countryside fits him like a glove. Conversely, life in the city or in an apartment becomes problematic from the moment it cannot be spent at will. It is therefore essential, mandatory to take it out several times a day and during long walks.

Health

Ariégeois   has no particular health problem. Above all, he does not develop any hereditary disease during his life. However, due to his floppy ears, he may be prone to some ear infections . It is therefore advisable to regularly check his ears and to clean them. For this, the veterinarian will be able to indicate the procedure to follow.

To protect you from these risks and insure your companion in the event of health problems, Woopets recommends an Ariégeois dog insurance .

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

It is easy to maintain an Ariégeois. This often only requires regular (weekly) brushing to remove dead hair. However, as this is a dog that loves the outdoors and usually spends time there, it should be examined upon returning from each outing. Its pads should be cleaned and its coat checked so that no parasite has caught on. In addition, his eyes and ears are to be washed.

It is recommended to brush the dog every week to keep its coat and skin clean. Particular attention should be paid to his ears to prevent debris and possible infections.

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Food

The Ariégeois tends to exercise a lot physically . He needs a rich and balanced diet. It can be based on high-end kibble , but also human food with meat.

Physical activity

The Ariégeois needs long daily outings to exercise. He is naturally active and hardworking , which allows him to remain calm when he is not on the hunt. He may be bored and unhappy if he does not have enough opportunities to run freely.

Others

FCI Information