The Large French Pointer
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During the latter part of the 19th century, the bred declined in popularity and was in danger of dying out. However, recent efforts among enthusiasts have resulted in a considerable boost in the numbers of these pointers. Although they are still not common, its future does now seem assured, as a new generation of hunters learn to appreciate the breeds fine working skills.
The Large French Pointer is an imposing dog, with a strong, well muscled physique. The breed, which originated in the Pyrenean region of France, is a slightly taller dog than the better-known English Pointer, but in general physique they are very similar.
The Gasgogne is the oldest Braque Francais breed but is either unavailable or very limited in North America. The more common breed is the Pyrenees type. The Pyrenees type is smaller than the Gasgogne, lips are less pendant and convex than the gascogne. Their chest is not quite as deep and the skin is tighter than on the Gascogne. The Pyrenees stands between 20-21 and a half inches tall and shoul weigh between 37 and a half to 55 pounds. They are known for being soft mouthed dogs, not known to bite down on game too hard.
The Gasgogne should be between 22-27 inches tall and weigh between 45-71 pounds. Another name for the breed is the Braque Fancais de Grande Taille.
Both the Gasgone and the Pyrenees date back to the 1600's and are said to predate some of the modern short coated hunting breeds, including the German Shorthaired Pointer, the English Pointer and the Vizsla.
