Other names: Bleu de Picardie, Spagneul Bleu Picard
The Picardy Blue Spaniel is a medium sized pointer, harmoniously built and built for the job. It presents the characteristic features of the Picardy Spaniel, from which it differs mainly by its dress with bluish shades.
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 Hair type |
Half-long |
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 Origin |
France |
 Template |
Average |
 Head shape |
Round |
 Weight and size |
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| Sex | Weight | Cut |
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| Female | From 15 kg to 18 kg | From 55 cm to 58 cm |
| Male | From 15 kg to 18 kg | From 57 cm to 60 cm |
History of the breed
The Picardy Blue Spaniel constitutes one of the varieties of French Spaniels. It is specific to the Picardy region , in the north of France. It benefited from the contribution of the English Setter over the crossings, to achieve current standards. It was in 1907 that the Club de l’Épagneul Picard et de l’Épagneul Bleu Picard was founded , which marked the differentiation between the 2 breeds. European recognition of the Picardy Blue Spaniel as a full-fledged breed came in 1938. In Canada, it is much more recent, dating from 1995.
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Physical features
His hair: flat to slightly wavy, forming fringes at the level of the limbs and the whip (tail).
Its color: gray-black with speckles and spots, and in a bluish tint.
His head: well proportioned to the rest of the body. The skull is oval in shape and quite broad, the occipital bone slightly visible, the stop moderately accentuated while being marked, the nose broad, the nostrils well open, the muzzle long and wide, the lips wide and well let down.
His ears: rather thick, set slightly above the line of the eye, furnished with beautiful wavy bristles.
His eyes: dark in color, wide open, quite large and displaying a serene expression.
His body: harmonious in its proportions and lines. The neckline is well out, the back and the kidney not too long and well supported, the croup slightly swallowed, the chest of medium depth, the ribs elegantly rounded and reaching down to the elbows.
Its tail: never hooked, of moderate length (without going too far beyond the hock) and well furnished with fringes.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
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| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
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| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
The Picardy Blue Spaniel is a hunting and companion dog. Enduring and fast, he shows enthusiasm, intelligence and will to work . Its versatility and ability to adapt to a variety of terrains, including swamps, make it an excellent hunting partner. As a family, the Picardy Blue Spaniel is very attached to his master and gets along very well with children.
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Education
| Clever | |
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| Obedient |
The Picardy Blue Spaniel requires an education with a small dose of firmness and a lot of gentleness . Positive reinforcement gives excellent results in this dog who likes to work and to please his owner. Reminder should be taught to him from an early age , as with any hunting dog.
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
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| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
The Picardy Blue Spaniel needs an active and available master, even if he is naturally calm. It adapts to all lifestyles and settings as long as it is sufficiently walked and stimulated .
Health
| Solid | |
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| Ease of gaining weight |
The Picardy Blue Spaniel is a generally resistant dog . He enjoys robust health and does not fear much in this regard as long as he receives the necessary care and attention from his masters. Its dress gives it good resistance in humid environments, hence its ease in marshes and a variety of terrains. There is no predisposition to particular diseases in the Picardy Blue Spaniel, but special attention should be paid to the inside of its ears to avoid the risk of otitis or any other form of infection.
Hypoallergenic breed
No
Litter size
Between 5 and 8 puppies
| Occasional concerns |
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Life expectancy
Minimum: 12 years old
Maximum: 14 years
The life expectancy of a Blue Picardy Spaniel is, on average, between 12 years and 14 years.
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Maintenance and hygiene
| Ease of maintenance | |
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| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
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| Ease of grooming |
The Picardy Blue Spaniel is a dog that does not require a particularly thorough maintenance . The latter must simply be insured on a regular basis. It is subject to a seasonal shedding phenomenon during which it can lose a lot of hair.
It is recommended to brush the dog on a weekly basis . During the moulting period, brushing becomes more frequent: every other day, or even daily.
Its hair, ears, eyes and pads should be examined after each outing in the wild to detect and remove any debris or external parasites. His teeth need to be brushed frequently to remove tartar build-up and the proliferation of bacteria. Finally, if they do not wear out naturally, its claws need to be cut. If you are new to this, it is recommended that you seek advice from a veterinarian or groomer.
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of a Blue Picardy Spaniel is between € 500 and € 800.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of a Picardy Blue Spaniel is between € 450 and € 600.
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Physical activity
| Athletic | |
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| Energy level | |
| Potential to play |
The Picardy Blue Spaniel is a naturally very active dog , which therefore requires a lot of exercise on a daily basis. 2 long daily walks make it possible to satisfy him on this plan.
Competitions
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FCI Information
FCI No.
106
FCI Group
Group 7: Pointing dogs
Recognized by FCI
Since 1954
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