Monday, May 25, 2009

Ariege Pointer


The Braque de l’Ariège, translated into English as the Ariege Pointing Dog or Ariege Pointer, is a breed of dog, a French hunting dog of pointing gun dog type. The breed is kept primarily as a hunting dog, not as a pet or showdog.


The breed is a normally proportioned dog with drop ears. The tail is traditionally docked. Dogs of the breed should appear powerful but without excessive heaviness, robust and of strong. The Braque de l’Ariège is well suited to hunting wild hare and partridge. The breed is a robust and very energetic, with an excellent sense of smell, and is a skilled retriever suitable for all kinds of hunting.


The Braque de l’Ariège is quick and energectic. It is also very independent so needs regular training and activity. It also needs regular brushing.


Origin: France

Size: Height 24-26 inches

Coat: The coat is short and primarily white, speckled with and with larger patches of colours described as orange, liver, or chestnut on the head and ears

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