The French Gascogne Pointer, also known as the Large French Pointer or French Pointer. This is a typical single-hound, originating in seventeenth-century France. In ancient times, the French Gascogne Pointer was very tall, strong, and muscular, and was often used as a hunting dog. Later a smaller breed appeared in Gascogne, known as the French Gascogne Pointer, while the larger French Gascogne Pointer was called the French Pointing hound, but some people often confuse it, because they are only different in size, and the others are the same, so not many people care about the details of this appellation.

1. The historical origin of the French Gascogne indicator dog

The French Gascogne indicator dog was originally produced in the Pyrenees region of France , slightly taller than the famous English Pointer, but both are very similar in size. The variant from Gascogne is smaller and has a more refined appearance. The large French Pointer is generally believed to be descended from the extinct Southern Pack Hound, closely related to the Italian and Spanish Pointers. This is evidenced by the fact that this breed has some definite pack hound characteristics. At the end of the 19th century, the number was still decreasing, and there were fears of extinction at any time. But recently, thanks to the efforts of enthusiasts, the number has increased somewhat. While the distribution is not yet widespread, the outlook is promising. Because a new generation of hunters appreciates its ability to work.

2. Appearance characteristics of the French Gascogne Pointer

The French Gascogne Pointer has a prominent forehead. When they work in an open environment, they often Raise your head to scout for scents. The muzzle is broad and square, the eyes are chestnut or dark yellow, and the nose is broad and chestnut. The drooping folds of the ears are very noticeable. The chest is broad, indented, the front legs are erect, and the bones are strong. The hind legs are muscular and very strong. The feet are oval, with very thick pads. The French Gascogne Pointer has a very short tail and often appears to be truncated. The coat is stubby and dense, and the white undercoat is mixed with stripes or blocks of dark brown markings.