Poitevin Puppy For Sale

The Poitevin is an aggressive French hunting dog that should only be kept by hunters. They are pack dogs who do not make good family pets. The Poitevin has a strong nose and a fearsome attitude who requires an owner who hunts and has lots of experience owning dogs. Full-grown, they typically weigh 65-75 pounds and stand 23-28 inches tall.

Poitevins are generally not the best fit for families with young kids. Poitevins are not good with children or with cats and other small pets. They do love other dogs, however, and will likely get along with most canine companions that aren’t tiny. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Hunting, hunting, and more hunting is what the Poitevin craves. They require extensive amounts of daily exercise to be at their best behavior. Let them play in a safe area on your farm, or take them out for hunts or long hikes, and they will be at their happiest. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The Poitevin has an easy-care, short coat. You should brush their coat at least once a week to remove dead hair, distribute natural oils, and remove any thorns or dirt they’ve acquired while out in the field. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Poitevins are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. Families who live in rural areas and do lots of hunting are really the only fit for the Poitevin. They require lots of space and extensive daily exercise to be happy. They are can be stubborn and challenging to train.