Blue Picardy Spaniel
- Medium
- Foundation Stock Service
The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a friendly French hunting dog with a wavy coat and a mellow, merry nature. Gentle with kids and easy to train, this medium-sized spaniel thrives on company and plenty of outdoor activity.
- Height
- 22 to 24
- inches at the shoulder
- Weight
- 43 to 45
- pounds, adult
- Life expectancy
- 11 to 12
- years, median 11.5
- Senior from
- 8.6
- years, about
Senior starts in the last quarter of a breed's expected lifespan, following the 2019 AAHA canine life stage guidelines. Individual dogs vary.
About the breed
- Temperament
- Friendly, Mellow, Merry
- Coat
- Wavy, medium
- Origin
- France
The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a medium-sized hunting breed from France, standing about 22 to 24 inches tall and weighing 43 to 45 pounds. It carries a wavy, medium-length coat and belongs to the Foundation Stock Service group.
Playful, calm, and friendly, the Blue prefers to spend time with its people. It is gentle and affectionate with children and generally gets along well with other dogs and pets.
Bred for the field, the Blue is quiet by nature but will still let you know when a stranger comes around. Typical lifespan is 11 to 12 years.
Temperament and needs
Scored 1 to 5 for the breed overall. Individual dogs vary.
- Affectionate with family3 out of 5
- Good with young children5 out of 5
- Good with other dogs5 out of 5
- Openness to strangers1 out of 5
- Playfulness3 out of 5
- Watchdog and protective nature3 out of 5
- Adaptability5 out of 5
- Trainability5 out of 5
- Energy level3 out of 5
- Mental stimulation needs1 out of 5
- Barking level3 out of 5
- Shedding3 out of 5
- Grooming frequency1 out of 5
- Drooling1 out of 5
Care
The routines that matter most for this breed. Open one at a time.
Nutrition
For an adult Blue Picardy Spaniel, complete and balanced food should be chosen according to life stage, activity, and current body condition. Each serving should be measured. Weight and body or muscle condition should be monitored, with intake adjusted as the dog's needs change.
Treat calories should count toward the daily allowance and remain at or below 10 percent, with meal calories reduced accordingly. Fresh, clean water should always be available and replaced daily. Unexpected weight changes and major or nontraditional diet choices should be reviewed with a veterinarian.
Grooming
The Blue Picardy carries a wavy, medium-length coat. Brush it weekly with a pin brush and comb to keep the soft texture and prevent matting. A monthly bath keeps the coat clean and looking sharp.
The long ears need regular attention. Keep them clean and dry, with routine ear cleanings, so they stay comfortable.
Round out the routine with regular nail trims and a lifelong dental program. At-home tooth brushing along with professional cleanings supports your dog's overall health.
Exercise
Blue Picardies are athletic dogs with plenty of energy and need a fair amount of daily exercise. Plan a vigorous walk, good run, or game of fetch for about 20 minutes twice a day, and add longer walks, hikes, and runs when you can.
Use a fenced yard and keep your dog leashed on outings, since these are hunting dogs with a strong prey drive that may follow a scent off your property.
The breed is a natural in the water, so swimming and chasing a ball make great options. Blue Picardies also enjoy dog sports such as hunting, tracking, retrieving, agility, rally, and obedience, which give both body and mind a good workout.
Training
Blues thrive on a gentle, consistent approach to training. Their obedient, adaptable nature makes them easy to train, and they respond best to positive, reward-based methods.
Start socialization early. It helps your dog grow comfortable with different people, places, and situations.
Widely respected as a capable upland hunting breed, the Blue is versatile and excels at many activities, from fieldwork to obedience, rally, and agility.
Health conditions
1 condition is documented for the Blue Picardy Spaniel.
A predisposition is not a diagnosis. Ask your vet which screenings make sense for your dog's age.
- Hip DysplasiaBone & Joint
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