Gascon saintongeois adult black and white

Gascon Saintongeois

The Grand Gascon Saintongeois is employed for shooting and sometimes hunting large game as well as hares, generally in a pack or alone, while the Petit is a versatile hound employed for shooting.

About the Gascon Saintongeois

The Grand is a well built dog that exudes elegance and strength. This is a typically French type in terms of head, colour and expression. The Petit is a distinguished, well proportioned, medium-sized dog.

An instinctive pack hound, the Gascon Saintongeois is an enterprising dog with a fine sense of smell that gives good tongue. Calm and affectionate, it has no problem following commands.

Source : faits et caractéristiques clés provenant de la Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)

Particularités de la race

Pays
France
Groupe
FCI Group 6
Catégorie de taille
Races de taille moyenne
Espérance de vie moyenne
12–14 ans

Déterminé / Calme / Affectueux / Obéissant

Faits marquants

  • Requires minimal grooming
  • Enjoys training
  • Needs a lot of exercise