Fogel Hlara Index

FRENCH WATER DOG

GENERAL APPEARANCE AND BEHAVIOUR: A very ancient breed, common throughout France, for hunting waterfowl and described in several works as early as the 16th century.

General appearance: medium proportions, medium size, characterized by a thick, woolly coat which guarantees efficient protection against cold and damp. The coat forms a beard (French barbe) on the chin, which gave the breed its name (Barbet).