Dog
Group:
Hound Anglo-Francais, Moyen Champions
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Breed Description:
The Moyen Anglo-Francais breed of dog a large sized breed of dog that should be powerful in appearance without appearing course. They should have a level top line that is slightly longer than they are tall and they should have a slight tuck up. The head should be narrow and long, however, it should be in proportion to the body. The ears should be long and should be slightly curled. The tail of the Moyen Anglo-Francais should be long and tapered to a point.
The coat should be short and dense and should lay close to the skin. They can be black and white, tricolore or orange and white in coloring.
Temperament:
The Moyen Anglo-Francais breed of dog is an intelligent breed that is known for their energy and dedication for work. This is a hunting dog and they do well working throughout the day. The breed is usually loyal to their family, however, they can be stubborn and do need a firm owner for training. The breed usually does well in a multidog home but they need proper socialization to be accepting of other animals.
Height:
The average height for the Moyen Anglo-Francais is between 24 to 27 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for the Moyen Anglo-Francias is between 60 to 80 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Moyen Anglo-Francais breed of dog is considered to be a very hardy breed and has few known health problems at this time.
Living Conditions:
The Moyen Anglo-Francais breed of dog is not recommended for apartments. This is a hunting breed and does much better in a home with a large yard or acreage.
Exercise:
The Moyen Anglo-Francais breed of dog is a very active breed and requires 45 to 60 minutes of exercise each day.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 14 years
Grooming:
The Moyen Anglo-Francais breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Moyen Anglo-Francais breed of dog was developed in France and is the result of crossbreeding the Gascon Saintongeois with the Poitevin and the English Foxhounds. The breed was developed in the late 19th Century and was commonly used for hunting large game. They are considered to be an uncommon breed. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
