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Picardy Spaniel

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Key Takeaways

  • Large breed belonging to the Gun Dog group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Moderate shedder; requires regular weekly brushing to keep the coat healthy.

Quick Facts

Group

Gun Dog

Size

Large

Life Span

12-14 years

Popularity

#512

Puppy Price

$600-$800

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Average

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

Épagneul Picard
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⚖️Picardy Spaniel Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Child Compatibility:Excellent with children, patient and gentle

  • Training Difficulty:Exceptionally easy to train, learns quickly

  • Affection Level:Exceptionally devoted and affectionate

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$600-$800

If you choose to purchase the Picardy Spaniel, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Picardy Spaniel for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Picardy Spaniel gets to a happy place.

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Availability

2/5

Availability

Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

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History

The Picardy Spaniel is considered to be one of the oldest spaniel breeds, with its origin which can be traced back to before the French Revolution. The French Spaniel, alongside the Picardy, is also among to earliest spaniel breeds, and these two are believed to have stemmed from the Chien d' Oysel

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
United Kennel Club
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Picardy Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Picardy Spaniel needs moderate grooming with regular brushing and occasional professional care.

The Picardy Spaniel sheds moderately and needs regular brushing to keep shedding under control.

The Picardy Spaniel is excellent with children, patient and gentle, making it a perfect family companion.

The Picardy Spaniel is generally good with other dogs when properly socialized.

The Picardy Spaniel demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

highly energetic and requires several hours of exercise and mental stimulation daily, making the Picardy Spaniel perfect for active families.

The Picardy Spaniel is exceptionally easy to train, responds quickly to commands and learns new tricks effortlessly.

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