Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hound
Complete Breed Guide
"This is my hunting scowl!"
Quick Facts About Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds
Sporting
76–78 lbs
24–28"
No
Overview
Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds are some of the hardest working hunters out there. It’s what they were bred to do, and it’s pretty much all they like to do. These French hounds will happily join the family, but don’t expect them to cuddle up to you. Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds can’t be distracted when they have a job to do.
Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds are unrelenting hunters of deer and wild boar. They are an all-work-and-no-play kind of bunch, and they prefer it that way! But that’s not to say they wouldn’t make a good addition to a family. Loyal and well-mannered, they would. However, these tireless, tall hounds are just not overly affectionate or playful. Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds would be waiting by the door ready to get outside and for their job to begin. The happiest hounds have acreage to explore daily!
Temperament and Behavior
Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds are trainable and kind-hearted, but they live for the hunt and will never fully accept a home-body lifestyle. These passionate pooches have the energy to match their hardworking mentality. They require plenty of exercise to keep happy and healthy. Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds are highly intelligent and one of the more obedient hound breeds.
Coat & Grooming
No trips to the groomer or frilly bows needed for these dogs. Regular brushing will keep the Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hound’s coat looking shiny. It will also remove dead hairs and reduce shedding. This is especially important when they lose their winter coats. Be sure to also check the long ears of these French hounds for ticks and signs of infection. You may need to clean the inside of the ear occasionally with a vet-approved solution.
Lifestyle & Living Conditions
Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds can be great companions for an athletic person or family, but they also crave a job to do. If you’re not a hunter and considering owning one of these dogs, you’ll need to find a way to use up all their pent-up energy on a daily basis. A country or rural setting is ideal for these French hounds. They can also adapt to a large backyard with sufficient exercise. Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds work in packs and are happy around other dogs. However, these skilled hunters should be supervised around small, furry pets that look fun to chase. Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds are gentle around children but do not usually have an interest in playing with them.
Exercise & Activity
Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hounds like to – you guessed it – hunt. If they are coming along with you for a full day of tracking smells and retrieving game, you will have a happy hound on your hands. On non-hunting days, these French hounds require a couple hours of strenuous exercise to be their happy, balanced selves. Try having them strut beside you on a leash as you ride your bicycle; this can be a quick and easy way to use up some of that energy!
Characteristics at-a-glance
Ratings are on a scale of 1–10, based on breed standards and typical temperament.
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