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Anglo-Français de Petite Venerie

Other Names	Small French-English Hound
Country of Origin	France
Weight	35 - 44 lbs. (16 - 20 kg)
Height (at withers)	18 - 23 in. (45.5 - 58 cm)
Coat	Short, dense and smooth.
Colour	Bicolour (white and orange), tricolour (white and black with bright tan markings), white and black with pale tan markings.
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 Petite Venerie is a small sized hound whose ancestors include the Beagle, as well as the small French hound like the Chien d'Artois. 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 Petite 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. Unlike the Anglo-Français de Moyenne Venerie, the Petite has readily adapted to be an indoor companion as well as a hunter for the family. They have a tranquil temperament.

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.