Porcelaine
12 - 13 yearsLife Expectancy
Elegant, medium-sized French scenthound with a distinctive glossy white coat that gives the breed its name, resembling porcelain. Known for its refined build, endurance, speed, and exceptional nose for hunting.
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level4/5
- Trainability5/5
- Playfulness5/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking2/5
- Drooling3/5
- Good with Children5/5
- Good with Other Dogs5/5
- Good with Strangers5/5
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming1/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 22 - 23 inches |
|---|---|
| Height (Female) | 22 - 23 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 55 - 62 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 55 - 62 lbs |
Breed History
One of the oldest French scent hounds, descended from white St. Hubert hounds in the Franche-Comté region. Dating back to the 18th century, the breed nearly disappeared after the French Revolution and WWII but was carefully reconstructed by enthusiasts in the mid-19th century using Swiss specimens.