The Basset Bleu de Gascogne breed
Basset Bleu de Gascogne
Blue Gascony Basset: the speckled hunter of South-West France
The Blue Gascony Basset is a French scenthound with a black-mottled coat giving a characteristic bluish sheen. A good small-game hunter, it is also a gentle, calm companion.
Origins of the Blue Gascony Basset
Derived from the Grand Bleu de Gascogne bred in South-West France (Gascony) in the Middle Ages. Rebuilt after WWII, it is now valued for shooting hunts of rabbit and hare.
Temperament and personality
The Blue Gascony Basset is known for:
- A gentle, placid character
- Great kindness
- A strong hunting instinct
- A deep, melodious voice
It is sociable, balanced and deeply attached to its owner.
Training and socialization
Greedy and a bit stubborn, it learns through positive reinforcement and patience. Recall against scent remains hard. Early socialization needed.
Health and care
The Blue Gascony Basset can suffer from:
- Disc herniation (long back)
- Otitis (drop ears)
- Overweight (greediness)
- Eye issues (entropion, ectropion)
Its short coat needs weekly brushing and regular ear cleaning.
The Blue Gascony Basset in the family
Suits calm families enjoying long walks. Excellent with children. Lives well with other dogs. Watch around small pets.
đ Summary
Gentle, melodious and a true hunter, the Blue Gascony Basset is a rustic companion for patient families who appreciate French pack hounds.