Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie
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The Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie is a medium-sized breed
of dog
used in hunting
as a scenthound, usually in packs. It is one of the Anglo-French hound breeds which were created by crossing French scenthounds with English (Anglo) foxhound
s. The name Petite Vénerie does not mean that dogs of the breed are petite or small, but rather that it is used to hunt small game.
. The French hunting hounds have a very long history, with named local types being recorded in the16th century. Unlike the larger hounds, the Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie was not intended for hunting large game. It was primarily used in the Chasse-à-Tir, where the pack (or sometimes an individual dog) circles the game animal and chases it back towards the waiting hunter. Before 1978 the breed was called the Petit Anglo-Français, as it is the smallest of the Anglo-French hounds.
The breed is recognised in its country of origin by the Société Centrale Canine (French Kennel Club) and internationally in 1983 by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale
in Group 6, Scenthounds. In France it is bred and kept primarily as a hunting dog, not as a pet
or showdog. The breed has been exported to North America, where it is recognised by the United Kennel Club
in its Scenthound Group
. It is also registered by numerous minor registries and internet dog registry businesses, and is promoted as a rare breed
for those seeking a unique pet.
In Italy the breed has been used to hunt wild boar in the mountains of Liguria, giving a good account of itself.
Medium to large sized (moyen) French hounds include the Ariégeois
, Beagle-Harrier
, Chien d'Artois, Porcelaine
, Petit Bleu de Gascogne
, Gascon saintongeois, and the rough coated Briquet griffon vendéen
, Griffon Bleu de Gascogne
, Griffon fauve de Bretagne
, and the Griffon nivernais
.
Large French hounds used for hunting "medium sized" and large game include the Poitevin, Billy
, Français tricolore, Français blanc et noir
, Français blanc et orange, Grand anglo-français tricolore
, Grand anglo-français blanc et noir
, Grand anglo-français blanc et orange
, Grand Bleu de Gascogne
, Gascon saintongeois, Grand Gascon saintongeois
, and Grand griffon vendéen
.
Dog breed
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of dog
Dog
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used in hunting
Hunting
Hunting is the practice of pursuing any living thing, usually wildlife, for food, recreation, or trade. In present-day use, the term refers to lawful hunting, as distinguished from poaching, which is the killing, trapping or capture of the hunted species contrary to applicable law...
as a scenthound, usually in packs. It is one of the Anglo-French hound breeds which were created by crossing French scenthounds with English (Anglo) foxhound
Foxhound
A foxhound is a type of large hunting hound. Foxhounds hunt in packs and, like all scent hounds, have a strong sense of smell. They are used in hunts for foxes, hence the name. When out hunting they are followed usually on horseback and will travel several miles to catch their target. These dogs...
s. The name Petite Vénerie does not mean that dogs of the breed are petite or small, but rather that it is used to hunt small game.
History and use
The Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie was created from crosses of older Anglo-French hounds with Harrier (Beagle) and Poitevin, and also with the Petit Gascon-Saintongeois and the Petit bleu de GascognePetit Bleu de Gascogne
The Petit Bleu de Gascogne Is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, originating in France and used for hunting in packs. Today's breed is the descendant of a very old type of large hunting dog...
. The French hunting hounds have a very long history, with named local types being recorded in the16th century. Unlike the larger hounds, the Anglo-Français de Petite Vénerie was not intended for hunting large game. It was primarily used in the Chasse-à-Tir, where the pack (or sometimes an individual dog) circles the game animal and chases it back towards the waiting hunter. Before 1978 the breed was called the Petit Anglo-Français, as it is the smallest of the Anglo-French hounds.
The breed is recognised in its country of origin by the Société Centrale Canine (French Kennel Club) and internationally in 1983 by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Fédération Cynologique Internationale is an international federation of kennel clubs based in Thuin, Belgium. The English language translation, World Canine Organisation, is not often used.Its goals are described in Article 2 of their regulations:...
in Group 6, Scenthounds. In France it is bred and kept primarily as a hunting dog, not as a pet
Pet
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or showdog. The breed has been exported to North America, where it is recognised by the United Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The United Kennel Club is the second oldest all-breed registry of purebred dog pedigrees in the United States and the second largest in the world. According to the website, the club records 250,000 registrations annually. The UKC is not part of the International Canine Organisation, Fédération...
in its Scenthound Group
Scenthound Group
Scenthound Group is the name of a breed Group of dogs, used by kennel clubs to classify a defined collection of dog breeds. Dogs listed in a kennel club's Scenthound Group may not all be of the same type of dog.- Scenthound type :...
. It is also registered by numerous minor registries and internet dog registry businesses, and is promoted as a rare breed
Rare breed (dog)
Rare breed is any breed of dog that is small in number. Since dogs have greater genetic variability than other domesticated animals the number of possible breeds is vast...
for those seeking a unique pet.
In Italy the breed has been used to hunt wild boar in the mountains of Liguria, giving a good account of itself.
Health and temperament
Because these are active hunting dogs that are normally kept in packs in rural areas, they may not be suitable for city or family living. No documented health problems, but the drop ears should be checked regularly, as the "warm moist environment under the drooping ear flap is perfect for fungal or bacterial growth."Similar names and related breeds
The name Anglo-Francais de Moyen Vénerie is sometimes seen in North America, although no such breed is listed with the French Kennel Club or with the Fédération Cynologique Internationale. It is listed with various minor kennel clubs in the United States, possibly through misunderstanding that the name Petite Vénerie refers to small game not a small dog, and, when the American clubs noticed that the Petite Vénerie was a medium to large sized dog, renamed it Moyen Vénerie.Medium to large sized (moyen) French hounds include the Ariégeois
Ariegeois
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, Beagle-Harrier
Beagle-Harrier
The Beagle Harrier is a scenthound. It is a breed of dog originating from France.-Appearance:The Beagle Harrier appears to be either a larger Beagle or a smaller Harrier...
, Chien d'Artois, Porcelaine
Porcelaine
The Porcelaine is a breed of dog originating from France. It is believed to be the oldest of the French scent hounds. Its alternate name is the Chien de Franche-Comté, named after a French region bordering Switzerland...
, Petit Bleu de Gascogne
Petit Bleu de Gascogne
The Petit Bleu de Gascogne Is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, originating in France and used for hunting in packs. Today's breed is the descendant of a very old type of large hunting dog...
, Gascon saintongeois, and the rough coated Briquet griffon vendéen
Briquet Griffon Vendéen
A Briquet Griffon Vendéen is a breed of hunting dog originating in France. Prior to the first World War it was bred down in size by the Comte d’Elva from the Grand Griffon Vendéen, a descendant of the Canis Segusius used by the Gauls...
, Griffon Bleu de Gascogne
Griffon Bleu de Gascogne
The Griffon Bleu de Gascogne Is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, originating in France, and is a versatile hunting dog, used on small and large game, in packs or individually...
, Griffon fauve de Bretagne
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne translated into English as the Fawn Brittany Griffon, is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, originating in France in the region of Brittany.- Appearance :...
, and the Griffon nivernais
Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, originating in France, and is a versatile hunting dog, used on small and large game, in packs or individually...
.
Large French hounds used for hunting "medium sized" and large game include the Poitevin, Billy
Billy (dog)
A Billy is a large hunting dog originating from Central western France in the 19th century. Billys are a combination of Montemboeuf, Ceris and Larye breeds which are now extinct. Foxblood has been introduced to the Billy to keep bloodlines fresh...
, Français tricolore, Français blanc et noir
Francais Blanc et Noir
The Chien français blanc et noir translated into English as the French White and Black Hound, is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, originating in France...
, Français blanc et orange, Grand anglo-français tricolore
Grand Anglo-Francais Tricolore
The Grand Anglo-Francais Tricolore is a breed of dog used in hunting as a scenthound, usually in packs. It is one of the Anglo-French hound breeds which were created by crossing French scenthounds with English foxhounds.- Appearance :...
, Grand anglo-français blanc et noir
Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Noir
The Grand anglo-français blanc et noir translated into English as the Great Anglo-Francais White and Black Hound, is a breed of dog used in hunting as a scenthound, usually in packs...
, Grand anglo-français blanc et orange
Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Orange
The Grand anglo-français blanc et orange translated into English as the Great Anglo-Francais White and Orange Hound, is a breed of dog used in hunting as a scenthound, usually in packs...
, Grand Bleu de Gascogne
Grand Bleu de Gascogne
The Grand Bleu de Gascogne Is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, originating in France and used for hunting in packs. Today's breed is the descendant of a very old type of large hunting dog, and is an important breed in the ancestry of many other hounds.- Appearance :The Grand Bleu de Gascogne...
, Gascon saintongeois, Grand Gascon saintongeois
Grand Gascon Saintongeois
This page is about the breed of dog. For the type of cattle, see Gascon cattle. For type of language see Gascon language The Gascon Saintongeois is a breed of dog of the scenthound type, recognised in two sizes, Grand and Petite Originating in France, the breed is used for hunting in packs and...
, and Grand griffon vendéen
Grand Griffon Vendéen
A Grand Griffon Vendéen is a breed of hunting dog originating in France. It existed as early as the 16th Century, and was the first of the Vendée griffons to be bred...
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See also
- Dog terminology
- Hunting dogHunting dogA hunting dog refers to any dog who assists humans in hunting. There are several types of hunting dogs developed for various tasks. The major categories of hunting dogs include hounds, terriers, dachshunds, cur type dogs, and gun dogs...
- Anglo-Français and Français (hound)Anglo-Français and Français (hound)Anglo-Français and Français hounds are a general type of hunting dogs that include ancient French hounds and breeds created by mixing the French dogs with English foxhounds. There are seven dog breeds that are described as Anglo-Français and Français hounds.- Breeds :*Français tricolore, the...