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# The Saint-Usuge Spaniel: temperament, price, health, and breeders
France
The Bresse spaniel, rustic and passionate, rediscovered for pointing and the sporty family.
Size MediumLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €104/monthPuppy €800 – €1,500
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-saint-usuge-spaniel) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=saint-usuge-spaniel)
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 Very good
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Pointing qualities: He hunts with passion in a manageable format.
- Endearing temperament: At home, he often shows himself to be gentle and close.
- Reasonable maintenance: Regular brushing is enough.
- Rarity: Finding a puppy requires patience.
- Need for space: Without searching or long walks, he gets bored.
- Ears to care for: The humidity of the woods requires monitoring.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Open-field and woodland hunters: This is its primary vocation.
- Hikers: It readily accompanies long outings.
- Enthusiasts of rare French breeds: It is part of the Bresse heritage.
Not recommended for
- Not very active urban life: He is not a lap dog.
- Looking for an easy-to-find breed: Litters are rare.
- Owners who refuse mud and brambles: He is a field dog.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
53 cmSaint-Usuge Spaniel
- Height at the withers
- 48–58 cm
- Weight
- 16–23 kg
- Coat
- Medium-length, flat or slightly wavy, fringes on the ears and limbs
- FCI group
- Pointing Spaniel
- Origin
- France
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Saint-Usuge Spaniel in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Épagneul de Saint-Usuge is a pointing dog originating from Bresse, around the village of Saint-Usuge in Saône-et-Loire. Used by local hunters, it nearly disappeared in the 20th century before being saved by enthusiasts who established the type from the last remaining dogs. The Club of the Épagneul de Saint-Usuge supported its official recognition in France. It remains a little-known breed, mainly found among hunters of plains and woods.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
Medium-sized spaniel, slightly longer than tall, with fine bone structure. The head is fine, the stop slightly marked, the ears long and flat, well fringed. The coat is medium-long, flat or slightly wavy, never woolly. The coat color is brown, brown and white, sometimes roan, often with white markings. The gait is supple and sustained.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
A hunter at heart, affectionate at home and cooperative with a clear master. He is generally gentle with the children of the household. His nose and his desire to search make him less available as soon as a trail appears. He is not a guard dog.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
He needs varied outings, searching, and contact. A fenced garden helps, but is not enough. In an apartment, only with a very sporty owner. After hunting or a long hike, he often proves calm at home.
Training
## Training and socialization
Receptive and sensitive, he learns well through play and regularity. Recall and the “stop” are essential. Brutal methods shut him down. Early socialization with other dogs and hunting noises makes the work easier.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Saint-Usuge Spaniel
A Saint-Usuge Spaniel puppy is often between 800 and 1,500 euros. The rarity of litters matters more than commercial prestige.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/saint-usuge-spaniel/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
A rustic breed that is still little industrialized, it mainly presents the usual risks of pointing dogs: ears, eyes, joints and parasites. The narrow genetic base requires cautious breeding. A puppy from worked and monitored parents remains the best choice.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/saint-usuge-spaniel/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Saint-Usuge Spaniel needs a complete, digestible diet adjusted to its age, its activity and its body condition. Protein quality and control of energy intake matter as much as the volume of the ration.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/saint-usuge-spaniel/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
He is sometimes simply nicknamed “Saint-Usuge”. Its revival from a very small core makes it one of the finest successes in preserving a French spaniel. It is still little known outside hunting circles.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Saint-Usuge Spaniel
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Épagneul de Saint-Usuge a family dog?
Yes, if it gets out enough and is kept busy. It remains above all a pointing dog, happier with an owner who walks a lot.
### Is it recognized?
Yes in France, via the SCC and the breed club. However, it remains much rarer than the Brittany Spaniel.
## Find a Saint-Usuge Spaniel breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Saint-Usuge Spaniel breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Saint-Usuge Spaniel breeders by country
[3 breeders of Saint-Usuge Spaniel in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-saint-usuge-spaniel)
[All breeders of Saint-Usuge Spaniel in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-saint-usuge-spaniel)
## Ready to welcome a Saint-Usuge Spaniel?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-saint-usuge-spaniel)
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