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ORIGIN OF THE AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND
The American Blue Gascon Hound originated in the United States.
SIZE
The American Blue Gascon Hound is approximately 25 to 30 inches tall. They range in weight from 75 to 105 pounds.
FEATURES
Color - This dog’s coat is heavily ticked. Any color or combination of colors can be found on this dog.
The American Blue Gascon Hound is a large hound. It is loved by hunter for its loud voice. It is a very good guard dog and companion.
FUN FACTS
The America Blue Gascon Hound is extremely large and has a loud voice that can be heard up to five miles away.
CHOOSING AN AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND PUPPY
When buying an American Blue Gascon Hound puppy, there are many factors that need to be considered for you and your family, it is also important to keep in mind the requirements of the breed which you are selecting. Should you buy a male or a female? How much room do you have at your present location for your puppy to exercise? Do you have children? If so, you should consider the ages of your children when selecting a puppy. CKC provides a list of available breed books under the home page selection DOG BOOKS AND MAGAZINES. You can also check with your local public library which offers many breed books and other reading material. The investment of the time spent before purchasing an American Blue Gascon Hound puppy will be rewarded many times over as this puppy will become a member of the family.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY WHEN BUYING A PUPPY
You should never buy a puppy based on the registration paperwork alone. As the buyer of an American Blue Gascon Hound puppy, it is your responsibility to carefully examine the puppy, gather as much information as you can about the sire and dam, and know something about the integrity of the person or business from which you are buying the puppy. After purchasing your puppy, you should carry it to a licensed veterinarian for a health examination. When we receive an application at CONTINENTAL KENNEL CLUB, and issue a certificate of registration on any dog or puppy, this is not a guarantee of the health or the quality of the puppy or dog. It is your responsibility to make sure the puppy is of good quality and is healthy at the time of purchase.
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND PUPPY
FEEDING YOUR AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND
TRAINING YOUR AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND
CARING FOR YOUR AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND’S TEETH
REFERENCES
De Prisco, Andrew and James B. Johnson. Canine Lexicon. TFH Publications, Inc.: 1993.
Hart, Ernest H. Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds. TFH Publications, Inc.: 1975.
Walkowicz, Chris and Bonnie Wilcox, DVM. Atlas of Dog Breeds of the World. TFH Publications, Inc.: 1991