Despite being bred for his excellent retrieving sense and love of water, the Blue Picardy Spaniel is gaining popularity among those who choose friendship above hunting skill. That's owed to his stunning looks — that gorgeous bluish-gray coat with black spots — and warm nature, as well as his willingness to sit on the couch when he's not out hunting or swimming.

Don't overlook the Blue Picardy's need for activity, even if he's a calm dog with an off button. To burn off his energy, he needs regular physical and mental activities. Then he could be ready to crash on the couch with you.

Although hunting is the breed's first passion, the breed's high level of energy and retrieving and scenting abilities make healthy Blue Picardy Spaniels ideal for dog sports such as agility, flyball, nose work, and tracking. He may also make a good trekking buddy for those who enjoy being outside. This high-energy canine thrives when paired with a human who is just as energetic.

Blue Picardies are often loving and lively, and with proper socialisation and care, they may be a child's closest friend. They may also get along with other dogs and cats. Birds may prefer to maintain a safe distance.

Blue Picardy Spaniel Highlights
Breed Size	Medium
Nature	Gentle, Friendly, Playful, Outgoing, Willful
Energy Level	Active
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	Frequent
Coat Length	Short
Breed Group	Gundog
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	Speckled grey black forming a bluish shade, with some black patches.
Other Facts	Very intelligent, loyal for their owners, easy to train, better loyality.

Dog History

The original happy hunting grounds for a species of black-and-white spaniel that was popular as a gun dog were the marshes of the Somme River in France. This breed was most likely descended from a cross between French Spaniels and English Setters. The black-and-white coat is supposed to have originated from that cross.

The Blue Picardy Spaniel, as the dogs were known, was given a breed standard by French sportsmen in 1938. World War II, however, put an end to the breed's growth only a few years later. By 1960, the dogs were on the verge of extinction. Despite the efforts of a few breeders to conserve them, the dogs were barely recognised outside of northern France's hunting community.In the mid-1990s, things began to change. The Blues eventually outnumbered their formerly more popular cousins, the brown, white, and tan Picardy Spaniels, in 2003.

Blue Picardies are no longer in danger of extinction, despite their lack of popularity. They are becoming well-known as both companion dogs and superb hunters, and are found not just in France but also in Canada, the Netherlands, and California.

The Blue Picardy was recognised by the Canadian Kennel Club in 1995, and the United Kennel Club in 1996. The American Rare Breed Association has also registered the dogs.

Health and Care

All dogs, like all people, are susceptible to inherited health issues. Run, don't walk, away from any breeder who doesn't give a health guarantee on her puppies, who claims that the breed is completely healthy and has no known issues, or who claims that her babies are kept separate from the rest of the family for health reasons. A professional breeder will be forthright and honest about the breed's health issues and the frequency with which they arise in her lines.

• Hip dysplasia and eye illnesses such as ectropion are among the breed's potential health issues (where the eyelid turns away from the eyeball). A good breeder will get health certificates for his or her animals.
• Inquire with the breeder about any additional issues in her lines. Epilepsy or autoimmune thyroiditis, for example, may not manifest until a dog is older.
• Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
• PennHIP evaluation

Care

Despite the fact that careful breeders test their breeding dogs for genetic illness and breed only the healthiest and best-looking specimens, Mother Nature has other ideas and a puppy acquires one of these disorders despite appropriate breeding techniques. Because to advancements in veterinary treatment, the dogs can still have happy lives in many circumstances. Ask the breeder about the ages of the dogs in her lines and what caused their deaths if you're purchasing a puppy.

If a breeder claims that she doesn't need to undertake those tests or that her dogs don't need health certificates because her lines have never had issues, that her dogs have been vet-checked, or that she has other justifications for skimping on genetic testing, walk away immediately.

Ear infections are a potential non-genetic condition to be aware of, so keep the Blue Picardy's ears clean and dry.

Remember that once you've brought your new puppy home, you have the authority to safeguard him against a frequent canine health issue: obesity. One of the simplest methods to help ensure a healthier dog for life is to keep a Blue Picardy at an acceptable weight.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

The Blue Picardy is a wonderful choice for experienced and involved owners who have the time and resources to care for a high-energy dog breed. The Blue Picardy is not well-suited to apartment living since they demand a lot of space to run around and play. Aside from that, caring for this breed shouldn't be too tough.

To keep the coat smooth and healthy, the Blue Picardy should be brushed once or twice a week. It may need to be brushed as much as once a day during the spring and fall shedding seasons. Professional grooming is not required, although the hair around the pads and toes should be cut on a regular basis.

Another crucial component of its maintenance is to cut its toenails on a regular basis to keep them from splitting or clicking on the floor. Brushing the teeth with a dog-specific toothpaste help maintain the teeth and gums in good shape. Finally, it's a good idea to check your ears for symptoms of infection or wax accumulation on a frequent basis. To keep the ears clean, all you need is a cotton swab and some cleaning solution.

The Blue Picardy is a breed with a lot of energy, stamina, and courage. It will almost certainly need at least an hour of daily activity. This breed has a strong drive to run and swim at a high level. It also performs well in retrieving, agility competitions, and obedience trials.

Feeding

Because the Blue Picardy Spaniel is a medium-sized dog, you should feed it a high-quality dog food designed for its size. It's also worth remembering that this is a high-energy hunting breed, so an energetic, working breed or a high-performance mix could be a better fit. Follow the feeding instructions on the box for your dog's weight, and make any necessary modifications based on your dog's activity level.

Fun Facts

• The Blue Picardy Spaniel's official genuine language is French, and their French name is Epagnuel Bleu de Picardie.
• The American Kennel Club does not recognise them. They are, however, registered with the United Kennel Club, the Canadian Kennel Club, and the Federation Cynologique Internationale, an international European registry.
• Puppies of the Blue Picardy Spaniel are born with light grey coats that deepen as they get older.
• The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a medium to big dog that stands at or just under two feet tall and weighs between 45 and 60 pounds. While the FCI standards do not mention a weight range, they are commonly between 45 and 60 pounds.
• Long, muscular legs and well-furnished, round, but never flat feet characterise this breed. Their nearly round eyes are typically dark in colour and very expressive, and their ears are set fairly high on the head and hang down to the sides, with leathers that are long enough to reach the tip of the dog's nose when pulled forwards.
• They have a fairly wide head with a muzzle that is both long and broad with a fairly pendulous lip, and their nearly round eyes are typically dark in colour and very expressive.
• The ticking blue and grey colouring, which is often accompanied by big black or dark blue patches, distinguishes this breed from the original Picardy Spaniel.

Home Training Tips and General Information

• Having a dog entails a great deal of responsibility. Canines demand a secure environment as well as a well-balanced food. They must be treated by a veterinarian. They also require a good exercise, a lot of enthusiasm, and a lot of training.
• It's hardly unexpected that, in addition to being easy to care for, many people desire a dog that can rapidly pick up new skills (or learn to alleviate himself outside).
• Although all companion dogs may be trained, some are easier to teach than others. Because all dogs are humans, this list is a broad generalisation of which breeds are typically reasonably easy to educate in basic obedience and house manners.
• These might also help you if you're looking for a sort that's straightforward to train for sophisticated as well as competitive obedience! If not, you'll get a polite pet that may or may not know a few graceful tricks!
• These dogs have a strong desire to work in close collaboration with their owners.
• They are determined, intelligent, and ready to please.
• You can train these dogs to perform almost anything if you have time and determination.
• They excel at nosework, dock jumping, agility, and other canine sports in addition to hunting!

FAQS

Blue Picardy Spaniel Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Casper	Ashley
Chico	Basil
Dante	Chloe
Gus	Delia
Harvey	Duchess
Judge	Gia
Maximus	Goldie
Moe	Greta
Otto	Inez
Radar	Jasmine
Riley	Josie
Sam	Kali
Tesla	Karma
Oscar	Lizzy
Banjo	Pepper
T-bird	Brit
Whiz	Chiquita
Wiggles	Keesha
Xena	Kyra
Yeller	Nova