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Poitevin

Poitevin
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Key facts about the Poitevin

  • Life expectancy : Between 12 and 14 years
  • Temperament : Hunter
  • Size : Big
  • Type of coat : Short

FCI Group

FCI Group

Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds

Section

Section 1 : Scent hounds

Physical characteristics of the Poitevin

Adult size

Female dog Between 24 and 28 in
Male dog Between 24 and 28 in

Weight

Female dog Between 66 and 73 lb
Male dog Between 66 and 77 lb

Temperament

Affectionate

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Playful

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Calm

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Intelligent

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Hunter

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Fearful / wary of strangers

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Independent

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Behaviour of the Poitevin

Tolerates solitude

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Easy to train / obedience

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Barking

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Tendency to run away

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Destructive

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Greedy / Gluttony

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Guard dog

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First dog

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Lifestyle

Poitevin in a flat

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Need for exercise / Sporty

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Travelling / easy to transport

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Compatibility

Poitevin and cats

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Poitevin and dogs

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Poitevin and children

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Poitevin and the elderly

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Grooming

Health of the Poitevin

Strong / robust

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Withstand heat

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Withstand cold

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Tendency to put on weight

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