Longevity
Life expectancy
With good lifestyle hygiene, a suitable diet and sufficient activity, the Blue Picardy Spaniel generally lives between 12 and 14 years. The stability of its weight, ear care and routine veterinary follow-up help to maintain this good longevity.
Build
A robust breed?
It is an enduring working dog, well suited to humid environments and regular outings in the great outdoors. Its coat and build give it good overall resistance, even if it remains necessary to check the condition of the ears, skin, pads and physical condition after exertion.
Watch points
What to watch for
Vigilance mainly concerns the ears, the risk of otitis or inflammation after outings in a humid environment, as well as weight control if activity decreases. A regular check after walks also helps to spot parasites, grass awns or small injuries.
Otitis : Its drooping ears and frequent outings in humid environments can promote ear irritations and infections if they are not dried and checked regularly.
Overweight : If its activity decreases without adjusting its rations, it can gain weight and lose locomotor comfort and endurance.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
The Blue Picardy Spaniel tolerates cold and humidity rather well, which matches its history as a field dog. It tolerates moderate heat correctly, but intense exertion must be limited during high temperatures and always accompanied by easy access to water and shade.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
This breed can gain weight if its rations are not adjusted to its actual activity level, especially outside the hunting season or when exercise decreases. Regular weighing, measured portions and reasonable treats help maintain a functional silhouette.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Check and dry the ears after wet outings.
- Inspect coat, paw pads and skin after walks in nature.
- Regularly monitor weight and body shape.
- Maintain parasite prevention suited to its lifestyle.
Vaccination
Blue Picardy Spaniel vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Blue Picardy Spaniel? Like all dogs, the Blue Picardy Spaniel receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Blue Picardy Spaniel is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on its lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All pets |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughLifestyle-based Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisLifestyle-based Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseLifestyle-based Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisLifestyle-based Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Blue Picardy Spaniel vaccine boosters are annual for leptospirosis and rabies; for distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your dog’s actual risk.
Which boosters for your Blue Picardy Spaniel?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Blue Picardy Spaniel
Annual veterinary follow-up, ear checks, weight monitoring and a careful examination after outings in nature constitute a relevant basis. Depending on the lifestyle, the veterinarian may also recommend strengthened prevention against external and internal parasites.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
