Ariegeois
Breed Information |
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| Name | Ariegeois |
| Other names | Ariege Hound |
| Origin |  France |
| Breed Group |
Scenthound (UKC) |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Cross Breed |
| Life span | 10-12 years |
| Temperament |
Affectionate Enterprising Happy Hard-working Sociable Trainable |
| Height |
Male: 20–23 inches (52–58 cm) Female: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm) |
| Weight | 28–30 kg |
| Colors |
Black White Tricolor |
| Litter Size | 3-6 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $1000 - $1200 USD If you do locate an Ariegeois Pointer, you can expect to pay at least $1,000 for a new pup, and possibly more than that. The Ariegeois is a scent hound, and is considered one of the best of that type, primarily used to track and hunt small game. It is not well known outside of France and some other parts of Europe, but that can be expected to change over time. |
Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
3 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
2 stars The Ariegeois is not recommended for apartment life unless they are regularly exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors and will do best with at least a large yard. |
| Barking Tendencies |
2 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
| Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly |
3 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
5 stars This breed needs a lot of exercise. They do best when they can run free in their own fenced-in yard, but still need to go on long daily walks. Does best with a job to do. |
| Grooming |
2 stars The smooth, short-haired coat is easy to groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and shampoo only when necessary. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Health Issues |
2 stars Hypoallergenic: Unknown |
| Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
2 stars |
| Shedding Level |
3 stars Moderate Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often! |
| Stranger Friendly |
3 stars |
| Trainability |
3 stars |
| Watchdog Ability |
4 stars |
Ariegeois Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Buddy | Molly |
| 02 | Max | Daisy |
| 03 | Toby | Coco |
| 04 | Jack | Maggie |
| 05 | Rocky | Abbie |
| 06 | Duke | Chloe |
| 07 | Oliver | Zoey |
| 08 | Teddy | Stella |
| 09 | Bailey | Ginger |
| 10 | Zeus | Penny |
| 100 Cute Puppy Names › | ||
Overview |
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The Ariegeois normally weighs approximately 28–30 kg. Males should stand 52–58 cm tall, and females 50–56 cm. The coat is smooth and short, white with clearly defined black markings; it is sometimes mottled, and there may be tan points at the head. The head of the dog is lean and elongated. There are no wrinkles. The eyes are dark and gentle. The ears are very soft and medium-length. The muzzle is of medium length, and the nose is black. The neck is slender and arched slightly, to the chest which is narrow and deep. The ribs are well-sprung with a strong, sloping back. It should have straight forelegs and strong, powerful hindlegs. The feet are hard and foxlike. The tail is slightly curved. Overall, the Ariegeois is a talented scenthound, and affectionate and serene in the home. The Ariegeois is now being bred in Italy and used to hunt wild boar, performing well in this endeavour under Italian conditions. Good speed; a degree of endurance not generally found in hounds of this size. A surprisingly deep, powerful voice and remarkable scenting ability. Of even temperament, essentially friendly and social. As a hunting/working scenthound breed, and being called upon to work in close proximity with other hounds and their handlers, aggression towards other hounds and people is to be considered a fault. |
History |
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Developed in the French province of Ariege, from a series of matings between the Grand Bleu de Gascogne, Grand Gascon-saintongeois and local Briquet hounds, the Ariegeois excels in hunting hare in the dry, rocky regions of its homeland. (Note: “Briquet” is often mistakenly translated as “Beagle”, but actually does not denote any certain breed. Rather, the term is used to describe medium-sized hounds which are finer-boned, shorter-coupled and more compact than the larger “Grand” breeds.). The Ariegeois was recognized by the United Kennel Club on January 1, 1993. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: The Amazing World of Animals - Ariegeois
