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Drentsch Partridge Dog

    height of a drentsch partridge dog
group: sporting height: m 22.83-25.59" / 58-65 cm, f 21.65-24.41" / 55-62 cm
types: weight: 45-50 lbs /
20.41-22.68 kg
colors: white with brown markings, with or without spots. a mixture of brown and white hair, with or without markings, or mantle is less desired. brown ears and hair around the eyes
physical traits:  
hair type: dense, well covering the body. not curly-haired. coat not long but longer on the neck, forechest and ears. ears, backside of forelegs, hindlegs, and back of thighs are feathered. wavy hair on ears, back, and tail
personality/
temperament:
gentle, adaptable, loyal, intelligent
maintenance/
special needs:

innate ability to hunt makes for easy training, forceful training will negatively impact this breed. brush once-a-week
nickname: Drentsche Patrijshond
origination: The Netherlands, from the Spioenen (Spanjoelen) via France from Spain in the 16th century. most closely related to the Small Münsterländer and the Epagneul Français. officially recognized in 1943
bred for: hunting partridge
identifying traits:  
ideal for: family, hunting on land or water, gun dog, multi-purpose, retriever, watchdog, other pets, city life
good with kids? yes
life expectancy: 12-13 yrs  
of interest: in eastern Netherlands, especially Drenthe province, this breed remained relatively pure. tail moves in circular motion when dog picks up scent of game on a hunt
health concerns: screen for heupdysplasie, hereditary eye illnesses and epilepsy
kennel clubs: fci -(Continental Pointing dog, Spaniel type dog breed group)
rescues:    
 
 
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