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# The Grand Gascon Saintongeois: temperament, price, health, and breeders
France
Large French scenthound, elegant, enduring and calm outside of hunting.
Size LargeLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €140/monthPuppy €500 – €800
[Find a breeder 6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-gascon-saintongeois) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=grand-gascon-saintongeois)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Limited
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Limited
Strengths and weaknesses
- Enduring: It is a scenthound capable of sustaining steady, prolonged effort in the field.
- Calm outside hunting: Outside of the action, it is calm and pleasant to live with in a suitable environment.
- Pack spirit: Its scenthound temperament often encourages good cohabitation with other socialized dogs.
- Very strong hunting instinct: Its sense of smell and desire to chase require trained recall and constant vigilance outdoors.
- Not well suited to apartment living: A limited living space does not meet its needs for activity and exercise well.
- Sensitive to high heat: High temperatures can quickly tire it out and require careful management of exertion.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: This breed is suitable for people who can offer long outings and real daily exercise.
- House with land: A spacious and secure environment suits its need for movement well.
- Hunters or hound enthusiasts: Its instinct, scenting ability, and endurance are fully expressed in suitable tracking or hunting activities.
Not recommended for
- Sedentary city life: A low-activity lifestyle does not allow one to meet their physical and mental needs.
- Small home: Living in a confined space may greatly limit their daily well-being.
- People with little availability: This dog needs time, frequent outings, and attentive presence to stay balanced.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
67 cmGrand Gascon Saintongeois
- Height at the withers
- 62–72 cm
- Weight
- 33–36 kg
- Coat
- Short, close
- FCI group
- 6
- Origin
- France
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Grand Gascon Saintongeois in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Grand Gascon saintongeois was developed in France from the middle of the 19th century. Count Joseph de Carayon-Latour sought to bring back to the fore the old Saintonge dogs by crossing them with Bleus de Gascogne. The Petit Gascon saintongeois variety appeared later, about a century after the creation of the large variety.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Grand Gascon saintongeois is a large dog, built with elegance and power. It has a long head, a well-supported and muscular body, a broad and long chest, as well as a tail carried like a sabre blade. Its coat is short and tight, and its colour is predominantly white with black patches, sometimes accompanied by speckling.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
A hunting dog above all, the Grand Gascon saintongeois stands out for a very marked pursuit instinct and a powerful sense of smell. Outside of hunting, it shows a calm, affectionate and balanced temperament. Its pack spirit is well developed, which promotes life with other well-socialized dogs.
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
This dog needs space, activity and long frequent outings to remain balanced. It thrives more in a house with a large fenced garden than in a restricted dwelling. Its daily life must allow it to expend energy and to pursue occupations suited to its temperament as a scenthound.
Training
## Training and socialization
The education of the Grand Gascon saintongeois must be firm, fair and consistent, without brutality. Recall is part of the priority learning given its hunting instinct. Early socialization and stable rules help to channel its natural autonomy and to obtain a reliable dog on a daily basis.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Grand Gascon Saintongeois
The purchase price of the Grand Gascon saintongeois varies depending on the kennel, the bloodline and the availability of the breed. It is preferable to favor a dog from a reputable kennel, with identification, health monitoring and clear information on the breeding dogs.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/grand-gascon-saintongeois/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Grand Gascon Saintongeois is generally a robust and resilient dog. No major breed-specific predisposition is particularly highlighted, but like any large active dog, it benefits from regular veterinary follow-up and good lifestyle hygiene.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/grand-gascon-saintongeois/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Grand Gascon saintongeois needs a balanced, high-quality diet, adapted to its size, age and level of physical activity. It is generally preferable to divide its daily ration into 2 meals to promote digestive comfort.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/grand-gascon-saintongeois/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Grand Gascon saintongeois is also known as the Chien de Virelade. It belongs to FCI group 6 and its recognition dates back to 1963. There is a distinct variety, the Petit Gascon saintongeois, developed later from the same breed stock.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Grand Gascon Saintongeois
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Grand Gascon Saintongeois live in an apartment?
No, this breed is not well suited to apartment living. It needs space, frequent long outings and an active lifestyle to remain balanced.
### What is the temperament of the Grand Gascon Saintongeois?
Outside of hunting, it is rather calm and affectionate. In action, however, it displays a very strong hunting instinct and great endurance.
## Find a Grand Gascon Saintongeois breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Grand Gascon Saintongeois breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Grand Gascon Saintongeois breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine4](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-gascon-saintongeois/nouvelle-aquitaine)
### Grand Gascon Saintongeois breeders by country
[7 breeders of Grand Gascon Saintongeois in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-gascon-saintongeois/italy) [6 breeders of Grand Gascon Saintongeois in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-gascon-saintongeois)
[All breeders of Grand Gascon Saintongeois in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-gascon-saintongeois)
## Ready to welcome a Grand Gascon Saintongeois?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-grand-gascon-saintongeois)
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