Плави пикардијски шпанијел

Карактеристике плавог пикардијског шпанијела

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• Compliant character, easily controlled;
• Works great in any terrain
• Одличне радне квалитете.

Историја расе

The birthplace of the blue Picardy Spaniel, as the name of the breed suggests, Picardy is a region in northern France. The ancestors of these intelligent and surprisingly efficient spaniels are ancient Spanish and French dogs. Despite the fact that the breed is called “spaniel”, its representatives are more like setters. The breed was bred in the Somme Valley at the beginning of the 20th century by adding English Setter blood to Picardy Spaniels. 

The breed was not widely spread in the world and for quite a long time these dogs were on the verge of extinction. However, in the 80s, thanks to the efforts of enthusiasts, the blue Picardy Spaniel received recognition from the International Cynological Federation .(the standard was approved in 1987). The Blue Picardy Spaniel is also recognized by the Kennel Club of Canada.

Opis

Typical representatives of the breed are fairly tall, but graceful dogs, with a strong back and not very long loin. The croup of spaniels is slightly sloping. The head of the blue Picardy Spaniel is wide, the eyes are dark and large, the ears are rather low set. The main color is gray with a bluish tint, black spots and specks. The coat of these dogs is slightly wavy, there is a decorating long hair – feathering on the paws and a sultan on the tail. The nose is dark, large and fairly wide. Blue Picardy Spaniels have a keen sense of smell, excellent working capacity and can hunt in difficult terrain, including swampy. The breed specializes in hunting birds, mainly woodcock.

карактер

The docile nature of the Blue Picardy Spaniel goes well with excellent working qualities. These dogs are very obedient and friendly, they are reliable and loyal friends and helpers, both on the hunt and in everyday life. The breed is also very good with children and is tolerant of other animals in the house.

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