Blue Picardy Spaniel Complete Breed Guide

The Blue Picardy Spaniel or Epagneul Bleu de Picardie is a hunting breed. They have great stamina when working, but their energy level winds down when inside the home. These dogs are not barkers, and their calm disposition makes them an attractive companion for kids.

The Blue Picardy Spaniel or Epagneul Bleu de Picardie was bred for hunting and is a part of the gundog category. They are known as water dogs and have innate pointing and retrieving skills. These medium-sized spaniels are dedicated and courageous when on the hunt, yet playful and gentle family pets when inside the home. They are not barkers, and their calm, friendly demeanor makes them a great companion for children.

Lifestyle & Living Conditions

The Blue Picardy Spaniel is an easy-going companion and can be a good choice for new dog owners, especially if he or she is an active person. These athletic dogs need to be exercised for a few hours each day. If physical needs are met, they are happy in most living environments. If you shower these spaniels with lots of affection, they will soak up every bit!

Exercise & Activity

Bring a Blue Picardy Spaniel to water and... they will jump in it! Consider throwing a ball into a pool or stick into a lake for them to retrieve. Take them swimming, or better yet, teach them to tow your inner tube around the pool. You will have a happily tired pooch on your hands. If water is not an option, a long daily run with your spaniel can do the trick.

Blue Picardy Spaniels aim to please. And as docile, gentle, friendly pups, they usually do. These dogs are very outgoing and, because of this, do not make good watchdogs. That, and they rarely bark. They cohabit with other animals well if raised with them, and as long as their daily exercise needs are met, these dogs can be happy in most environments. Big house. Little house. Wet climates. Cold temperatures. They are a pretty adaptable breed.

Known for their distinctive coat, small white flecks give Blue Picardy Spaniels gray-black fur a bluish look. Their long, floppy ears are covered with wavy hair and need to be checked regularly for potential ear infections. Other than that, a brushing once or twice a week is about all the maintenance this easy-going breed requires.