The Basset Bleu de Gascogne ,also
known as the Blue Gascony Basset, is a long-backed, short legged breed of dog
of the hound type. The breed originated in the Middle Ages, descended from the
Grand Bleu de Gascogne. It nearly became extinct around the early 19th century;
its salvation was attributed to one Alain Bourbon. A French native breed, it is
rare outside its homeland. It is recognized internationally by the Fédération
Cynologique Internationale, in the UK by The Kennel Club, and by the United
Kennel Club in the United States. The "bleu" of its name is a
reference to its coat which has a ticked appearance.
Appearance
The
color of their coat is predominantly white, ticked so as to give a bluish
appearance, with brown spots and tan markings above the eyes and on the ears.
They are a smooth-coated breed. Height at the withers is usually between 34 and
42 centimetres (13 and 17 in) although the Kennel Club standard specifies 30–38
centimetres (12–15 in). Their general appearance is usually not too heavy, and
they weigh between 16 and 18 kilograms (35 and 40 lb). They have dark brown
eyes and low-set ears that can reach at least the end of their muzzle. Because
of their working nature as a hunting hound, effects of this work such as scars,
nicks, notches on the ears and so on are not considered a fault in the show
ring.
Recognition and categorisation
The
Kennel Club of the UK recognizes the Basset Bleu De Gascogne in the imported
breed register and in the Hound Group. The United Kennel Club recognised the
breed in 1991, and both they and the Fédération Cynologique Internationale
(FCI) list the Basset Bleu De Gascogne in the Scenthound Group. The breed is
also known as the Blue Gascony Basset in the FCI. The Basset Bleu De Gascogne
is not recognized by the American Kennel Club or the Canadian Kennel Club. In
addition to the major registries, the Basset Bleu De Gascogne is also
recognized by many minor registries and specialty registries, including as a
rare breed under the American Rare Breed Association which uses the FCI
standard.
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