Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound
Other name: Grand Anglo-Français Blanc et Orange
Isn’t it great when your favourite ice-cream, training shoe, or dog comes in special limited edition? Well, the Great Anglo-French White and Orange hound is the Cannoli flavour of the French scenthound world. She is the rarest of the three Great Anglo-French pack-hunting dogs (see also her Black-and-White and Tricolour cousins) and not often kept as a pet, since she is very energetic and can become frustrated with home life; but even in working scenarios she is not common, and outside of France you will rarely encounter her at all.
Tall, athletic, loyal, and with ears to die for, the Great Anglo-French White and Orange Hound is most notable for her special colouring: The orange-tan mantle, hood, and speckles that make her a truly special edition.
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Life expectancy |
The Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound has a life expectancy of between 10 and 12 years |
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Temperament |
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Size |
Large
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Adult size |
Female
Between 24 and 28 in
Male
Between 24 and 28 in
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Adult weight |
Female
Between 62 and 66 lb
Male
Between 62 and 66 lb
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Coat colour
White and orange or yellow. |
Red
White
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Type of coat
Fine and short. |
Very short
Hard
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Eye colour
Dark brown. |
Brown
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This dog is rarely found outside of France and caution should be taken to find a reputable breeder if you insist that this is the dog for you.
More details about the Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Origins and history
The French put great efforts into developing superior breeds of hunting dog during the 19th century. The best of the British were imported and the bloodline of the Billy dog was enriched with that of the English Foxhounds. It seems that seven strands of this Anglo-French dog were created, including three ‘grand’ varieties, of which the White and Orange remains the special edition, for Brits at least: the most rare and most British of her kind.
FCI classification of the Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound
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Group 6 - Scent hounds and related breeds
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Section 1 : Scent hounds
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Characteristics
Can be affectionate with family.
Likes interaction and work, but not playful in the foolish sense.
She is quite docile in a domestic setting, and up for it when out working.
The Great Anglo-French White and Orange Hound is moderately intelligent.
A great hunter; one could say she lives for the hunt, or for hunting-like games.
She is mostly indifferent towards strangers.
She can be stubborn and wilful particularly where a scent is involved; in terms of company, she prefers to be with other dogs or humans at all times.
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Behaviour
She prefers to be continuously accompanied.
She is clever and eager to learn, but can be stubborn and requires the hand of a firm teacher.
Is prone to howling when neglected.
She will drop everything to follow a scent or a cat and may be difficult to recall, especially if she escapes from the garden without anyone noticing.
She may cause considerable damage at home if left for too long.
She certainly likes to eat, and should not be left with a buffet-style arrangement: Two measured meals a day are more appropriate.
She is unlikely to make an effective watchdog without specific training.
Training a Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound
She is clever and eager to learn, but can be stubborn and requires the hand of a firm teacher.
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Lifestyle
She prefers country life to city life, and an apartment will almost certainly cramp her style.
This dog needs a considerable amount of exercise and stimulation every day.
She is not an ideal traveller on public transport, but should do fine in a car if she is experienced in this mode of travel from puppyhood.
Breed compatibility Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound
This creature loves to chase cats and it is not good news for the feline community when she catches one. She might just tolerate the family cat if she learns to love him as a puppy.
As a pack hound, she loves the peaceful company of other dogs; but should trouble arise, she won’t hesitate to step up and defend herself.
This breed can be loving and gentle with children, although perhaps a bit boisterous for smaller models.
Elderly people interested in the Great Anglo-French White and Orange hound should consider whether they have the energy and stamina to match her needs.
This dog is too energetic and difficult to train for most beginners.
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Purchase price
There is not enough data about these dogs in the UK to set an average price. The monthly cost to keep a dog of this size is £80 to £120 to cover food, vet’s bills, and pet insurance.
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Shedding
Average
She sheds moderately, and particularly with the change in seasons at autumn and spring.
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Grooming
Regular brushing and nail-clipping, with careful attention to the dirt beneath her ears, is all that’s required for this caramel-flavoured pooch.
Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound: Health
She does not suffer unduly from genetic or other complaints and has an average life expectancy of 11 years.
This is a sturdy and resilient dog with strong stamina.
She does quite well in all weathers, but should not be overworked in the summer.
This breed tolerates cold weather admirably and generally lives in outdoor kennels in France, although the same would not be recommended in a much colder climate.
She has high energy needs and a tendency to over-eat if allowed; these features should be carefully balanced if she is not to become a little piggy-porker.
- Ear infections
- Gastric torsion
- Hip/elbow dysplasia
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