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Porcelaine Champions
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Pronunciation:
pawr-suh-lin
Breed Description:
The Porcelaine breed of dog is a medium sized breed that should have an athletic build that brings to mind a dog with exceptional stamina. The overall build should be slightly longer than it is tall and there should be a very dignified appearance to it. The head of the Porcelaine should be well formed with an almost chiseled look. The rectangular muzzle should have a "dish look" to it and the large ears should hang down the side of the head. The tail should be long and should taper to a point and the top line should be level.
The coat of the Porcelaine should be dense and should consist of only one coat. It is short and lays flat against the dog creating a smooth look. The Porcelaine should be white with orange markings on the ears and head. One thing to mention is that the Porcelaine should have pink skin with black markings on the skin that can be seen slightly under the white coat.
Temperament:
The Porcelaine breed of dog is an intelligent breed that is known for being very energetic and hard working. This is a breed that was designed for hunting and they are happiest when they have something to do. They are very loyal to their family and can make an excellent family pet. The Porcelaine is excellent with children and usually make a gentle and affectionate companion. The breed also does well with other dogs but they may not be suitable in homes with non-canine pets since they do have a high prey drive. The Porcelaine does need a strong owner since this breed can be stubborn.
Height:
The average height for a Porcelaine is between 21 to 23 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Porcelaine is between 55 to 62 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Porcelaine breed of dog is considered to be a very healthy breed and does not have any known health problems at this time.
Living Conditions:
The Porcelaine breed of dog is not recommended for apartments. This is an active breed that needs plenty of space to run around in so a home with a large, fenced yard is best for this breed.
Exercise:
The Porcelaine breed of dog is a very energetic breed of dog and will need about 60 minutes of exercise each day to stay healthy and happy. It is important to note that the breed will become very destructive if they are bored so exercise is very important.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 13 years
Grooming:
The Porcelaine 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 Porcelaine breed of dog is a rare breed of dog that is fairly unknown but that doesn't mean that they are a new breed. In fact, the Porcelaine is believed to have been developed before the late 1700's and may even be the oldest breed of French scent hounds alive today. While it is unclear when the breed was developed, it is believed that they may have been established shortly after the French Revolution but the earliest records of the breed is in the mid 1800's. The Porcelaine may have been developed from the Montaimboeuf, the English Harrier and the Laufhunds but there is no concrete evidence to clearly identify which breeds went into its creation. The breed was originally developed for hunting and they proved to be a versatile breed that could be used for hunting deer, boar and rabbits. They did find their way out of France, where they were developed, into other parts of Europe but the breed never gained the popularity of other hunting breeds. 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.
