The Porcelaine breed
Porcelaine
Porcelaine: the elegant French scenthound with an immaculate coat
The Porcelaine or Chien de Franche-Comté is a French scenthound with a translucent white coat with orange markings, considered one of the oldest French pack hounds. Elegant, melodious and enduring, a passionate hunter.
Origins of the Porcelaine
Descended from 17th-18th century French hounds (Royal Saintongeois, Billy), developed in Franche-Comté and Switzerland. FCI number 30. Rare today.
Temperament and character
Key traits:
- Gentle and sociable
- Excellent nose and melodious voice
- Great passion for hunting
- Family affection
Enduring, lively and hard-working.
Training and socialisation
Intelligent but with strong hunting instinct, requires patient and consistent training. Recall to be worked from a young age.
Health and grooming
Very healthy overall:
- Ear infections (drop ears)
- Occasional eye disorders
Weekly brushing of the short fine coat.
The Porcelaine in the family
Suits rural families or hunters with space. Good with children and other dogs. Apartment life not recommended.
📌 In short
Elegant, gentle and a hunter, the Porcelaine is a rare French scenthound for active families or hunters.