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Also known as Large Blue Gascony Hound
A blue-mottled French pack hound with a voice to match
The Grand Bleu de Gascogne is an old southwestern French pack hound, bred to track hare and larger game by scent with a deep, musical voice. It is gentle and sociable but needs space, long scent-led exercise and a tolerance for baying.
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This breed needs about 90 minutes of activity a day. Around 5 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
90
Minutes of activity a day
5
Suggested sessions a week
Dog walking
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Yes, it has a deep baying voice and uses it often, especially when excited or bored. It is not a good match for close neighbours.
It is not well suited. The size, exercise needs and noise level make a house with a fenced garden a much better home.
It is willing but independent and easily distracted by scent. Patient, reward-based training and keeping the dog on a long lead are the practical answers.
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