The Chien Francais Blanc et Orange is a breed of dog of the scenthound type,
originating in France. The breed is used for hunting in packs and descends from
the old Hound of Saintonge type of large hunting dog.
Appearance
The
breed is a typical large French hunting pack hound, with a lean and muscular
body, long legs, slightly domed head, long drop ears, and slightly square
flews. Size is 62 to a maximum of 70 cm at the withers, making it slightly smaller
than the Chien Français Blanc et Noir.
The
colour of the coat is white and orange, but the orange should never appear to
be a red colour. The dog's skin is the same colour as the fur, orange under the
orange fur and white under the white fur. Faults are listed as physical or
behavioural abnormalities, and a dog with such faults should not be bred.
The
breed is noted for its perseverance on the hunt as well as a good nose and
voice. Unusual for pack dogs, it is friendly and easy for humans to manage.
History and use
The
Chien Français Blanc et Orange are pack hunting dogs, which means that groups
of dogs are hunted together, always directed by a human, not running about
hunting by themselves.
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