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Drentsche Partridge Dog (Drentsche Partijshond)
Medium Breed
The Drentsche Partridge Dog is a brilliant hunting dog with an excellent nose for tracking game. They are a beautiful breed with a soft coat and loving personality.
Breed standards
Country of origin
The Netherlands
Weight
20-25 kgs/44-55 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 58-63 cm/23 1/4 - 25 1/4 inches; Females 55-60 cm/22-24 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Dense, straight or wavy hair. The hair is longer on the neck, fore chest and ears. The hair on the back and tail is wavy, preferably.
Markings
White with brown markings
Lifespan
12 - 13 years
The Drentsche Partridge Dog has been as successful in the home as in the field. Their loyal and intelligent nature has given them a reputation as a fantastic family pet as well as a valuable hunting companion.
Temperament
The Drentsche Partridge Dog is a friendly, energetic, loyal and affectionate breed that is suited to family life. The breed makes a good hunter of small game and works well within the range of the gun in the field and the water. He is also a good retriever and is easy to train when using gentle, kind training methods to suit his gentle nature. The breed can be relaxed in the home and make great companions for children.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Drentsche Partridge Dog is a beautiful breed with a sweet and loving nature, and makes an excellent pet and companion. The Drentsche Partridge Dog was initially bred for hunting and companionship.
- Makes a fine hunter
- A very good companion to all
- Happy in most climates
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Best with a yard or acreage