French Spaniel — breed standard (FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

French Spaniel — breed standard (FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The French Spaniel originated in France and is covered by FCI Standard N° 175.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI places it in Group 7 (Pointing Dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Height at the withers is 56 to 61 cm for males and 55 to 59 cm for females, with a tolerance of +2 cm or -1 cm.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is long and wavy on the ears, the back of the legs and the tail.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Colour is white and brown with medium spotting, sometimes predominant, with irregular patches, slightly or moderately flecked and roan.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is balanced, frank, gentle, calm and docile, an enthusiastic hunter and ideal companion.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Any missing teeth are faulted except the first premolar (PM1).