![Grand Bleu de Gascogne Dog Breed](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium_440x440/public/2022-07/Grand-Bleu-de-Gascogne.jpg?itok=DMCsU6A8)
Family-friendly: | 5/5 |
Exercise needs: | 5/5 |
Easy to train: | 3/5 |
Tolerates being alone: | 4/5 |
Likes other pets: | 4/5 |
Energy level: | 5/5 |
Grooming needs: | 2/5 |
Shedding: | 2/5 |
The Grand Bleu de Gascogne breed can suffer from:
- Hip dysplasia
- Gastric dilatation volvulus
Priority Kennel Club health schemes and testing:
None but there are several recommended schemes that the Kennel Club recommends which can be found here.
¹J. E. Premont et al, 'Perilimbal pocket technique for surgical repositioning of prolapsed nictitans gland in dogs', 2012, Veterinary Record.
Although large and athletic, the Grand Bleu is often described as lethargic. Their skill is in their persistence and ability in picking up a cold scent, rather than in speed. Described as aristocratic and noble, this is really a‘hound person’s hound’, happier in a group of hounds and preferring to spend a lot of time outdoors, they are not likely to suit the average pet home. Determination and perseverance are strong traits and you will have to work very hard to get a Grand Bleu to work for you.