Drentse Patrijshond

• Group 7: Pointers
• Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs

• With working trial

Netherlands

Male 58-63 cm, Female 55-60 cm, an exceedance of one or two centimeters is acceptable, provided that the dog is well proportioned

Drentse Patrijshond ( Drentscher chicken dog ) is recognized by the FCI Dutch breed of dog (No. 224, Gr. 7, sec 1.2).

Origin and History

This breed originated in the 16th century and comes from dogs from which came over France from Spain to the Netherlands. They were in the east of the country, kept pure, especially in the province of Drenthe and not mixed with other breeds as elsewhere. 1943, the dog was then recognized by the Raad van Beheer op cynological Gebied.

Short Description

The Drentse Patrijshond is well proportioned and is up to 63 cm tall. The stature suggests that he possesses the speed required for a hunting dog.

The hair is dense and covers the body well. It's not really long, but since some parts of the body such as the neck and fore-chest are covered with long hair, it gives the impression. The color of the hair is white with brown spots, with or without stippling. The area around the eyes and the curtains are brown.

His ears are not recognized and highly difficult.

Behavior and character

The Drentse Patrijshond is an ideal hunting dog for many different types of terrain. An innate preference to him is that he is constantly in contact with the hunters. He is adaptable and can thus different types of wild hunt, whether. Ashore or in the water In addition, he is a good Appotierhund. He just needs a little training, because all of these qualities are innate to him.

He has a gentle character, which is why you should not train with him coercive methods. In addition, he is intelligent and faithful. If you train him well and trains, he is a good family dog ​​and companion of the hunter.