CONTINENTAL KENNEL CLUB  

AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND
OTHER NAMES: Big ‘n Blue
ORIGIN: United States 
HEIGHT: 24-32 in.
GROUP: Mastiff 
WEIGHT: 70-110 lbs.
COAT: Short, Thick & Dense
COLOR: White body with Tan points and heavy Black ticking which creates the “Blue”. Variation in color & degree of ticking allowed.
STANDARD: Head: Long and narrow, tapering from temple to muzzle. Eyes: Deep set and varying in color from deep hazel to yellow. Ears: Set low on head, very long and falling in graceful folds. Nose: Black and selfcolored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long and strong. Topline: Level. Chest: Let well down between the forelegs, with well sprung ribs. Body: Strong back and loins are slightly arched. Legs: Forelegs are straight and heavy in bone, and hind legs are muscular, with hocks well bent. Feet: Round, with close, arched toes. Tail: Set high long and tapered. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.