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Anglo-Français de Moyenne Venerie

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Anglo-Français de Moyenne Venerie

Other Names Middle-Sized French-English Hound
Country of Origin France
Weight 49 - 55 lbs. (22 - 25 kg)
Height (at withers) 24 - 27 in. (61 - 68.5 cm)
Coat Smooth and dense.
Colour Black and white, orange and white, tricolour.
Litter Size 3 - 6 puppies
Life Span 10 - 14 years
Origin & History The Anglo-Français breeds, resulting from the crossing of French and English hounds, were bred as working pack hounds in France beginning in the 16th century. The Anglo-Français de Moyenne Venerie is a medium sized hound whose ancestors include the English Harrier, as well as the small French hounds like the Poitevin and Porcelaine. Their job is to track and locate game ranging in size from hares, pheasants and quails to wild boar's and small deer.
Personality As pack hounds, these dogs by nature must get along. Although the Anglo-Français de Moyenne Venerie is sweet and even-tempered, they are bred to work. Steadfast and determined, they will follow a scent until they reach their quarry, proving invaluable to hunters of all kinds of game. The Anglo-Français de Moyenne Venerie is not the ideal family dog because hunting is their primary purpose in life and they are kept mostly for this reason. Their kind and even temperament make an adjustment to domesticated life easier for them, but their strong hunting instincts will result in restlessness if they are expected to remain indoors for too long.

Care Requirements

Health There are no known breed-specific health concerns.
Grooming This dog does not require a large amount of grooming. Their smooth short-haired coat is easy to look after. Owners will simply want to make sure the coat is brushed on a consistent basis. These dogs should only be given baths when they need it. A wipe down with a damp towel should suffice for the bathing aspect, (although you should bathe it with mild soap only if or when necessary; you should also dry shampoo it occasionally), however a rubber, wire, or hard bristled brush would work best for the brushing aspect. The shedding patterns of these dogs are not known. Be sure to check the ears carefully for signs of infection. The nails should also be trimmed, (particularly to avoid nail-born infections).
Exercise This is a hunting dog that needs extensive amounts of exercise. Without it, the dog could become problematic for its owners. It should be taken on walks daily, and this dog is great for healthy people who love to jog and hike.
Other Considerations While it can live in an apartment, it may perform better in a small yard. It is important for owners to make sure this dog is never unleashed in an unsecured area, as it may run off in the direction of the first interesting scent it picks up. It is important for owners to make sure these dogs are given lots of space to move around in.
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