Billy

Other name: Billy’s dog

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Hair type	Short
Origin	France
Template	Big
Head shape	Long

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 34 kg to 35 kg	From 58 cm to 62 cm
Male	From 34 kg to 35 kg	From 60 cm to 70 cm

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History of the breed

Physical features

His hair: very short, even short, with a hard and thick texture.
Its color: completely white, coffee color washed with white (coffee with milk) or white with light orange or lemon marks.
His head: of medium length, thin, lean, with a slightly rounded forehead and a marked frontal break.
His ears: medium in size, flat and set high.
His eyes: wide open, dark and lively.
His body: of medium length, with fairly flat ribs, a sloping croup, a strong back and a very deep chest.
Its tail: strong, of good length and sometimes quite well furnished with hair.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

The Billy is an active, intelligent and pleasant dog. A tireless worker , he often demonstrates his qualities when hunting, especially his flair and endurance . The Billy is very attached to his master and is kind to other members of the family, especially children. On the other hand, he gets along a little less with his congeners. Overall, therefore, he is an excellent companion and hunting dog , but a little less to his advantage when it comes to guarding, because his bite is not very marked.

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Education

A thorough and quality socialization is essential for the Billy , because it allows to temper his animosity towards other dogs. For the rest, his education is not particularly difficult. She just needs to be firm and fair in order to make the Billy a balanced dog.

Living conditions

The Billy is clearly not a house dog. He is not very comfortable in an urban environment. Rather, he is made to live in the countryside, where he can evolve over large areas and express his hunting dog instincts. He needs a teacher who is often available and who can offer him frequent outdoor activities. He appreciates family life, especially if it includes children, but is not suitable for homes where several other dogs live.

Health

The Billy is an exceptionally robust dog whose body is not afraid of much. Despite its short coat, it is quite resistant to harsh weather conditions , even extreme cold . Its diet must be adapted to its activity, with more fat intake during the hunting season.

It is also advisable to examine its limbs after the hikes in order to detect possible injuries, because the Billy exerts himself lavishly and does not hesitate to venture on the most rugged terrain.

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

The maintenance of Billy does not present any particular difficulty . This is a rustic dog that requires only basic and regular care .

It is simply recommended to brush the dog on a regular basis to ensure the cleanliness of his coat. The Billy does not need grooming and baths are only necessary if it is particularly dirty.

Price and budget

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Food

The Billy is a dog who expends himself , especially during the hunting season if he is used for that. Thus, his diet must compensate for his energy loss. It needs protein , fat and fiber. Fish oil is a preferred fat. Do not hesitate to give him a vitamin E supplement with dairy products, cereals or eggs.

In pet stores or in specialized stores, high-energy foods are on sale that will meet Billy’s protein needs. Outside of hunting periods, it is simply necessary to reduce the proportion of proteins and fats and thus return to a balanced diet .

Physical activity

The Billy needs a lot of exercise to stay happy and balanced. He is the hound par excellence: he is full of energy and appreciates long-term solicitations. Simple daily walks are not enough for him . The Billy needs long hikes and regular opportunities to run free.

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