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Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Comparison – Which dog is better Large Blue Gascony Hound or Bluetick Hound?

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Name Grand Bleu de Gascogne Bluetick Coonhound
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Large Blue Gascony Hound
Bleu de Gascogne
Bluetick Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which dog is bigger, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Is the Grand Bleu de Gascogne bigger than the Bluetick Coonhound breed? Is a Grand Bleu de Gascogne smaller than a Bluetick Coonhound?
Large
Giant
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound weight comparison:
80-110 pounds (36-50 kg) 45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
95 pounds (43 kg) 62.5 pounds (28 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Is a Grand Bleu de Gascogne taller than a Bluetick Coonhound?
Males: 19.5-22.5 inches, Female: 19-21.5 inches 20-27 inches (51-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Males: 19.5-22.5 inches, Female: 19-21.5 inches 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Grand Bleu de Gascogne and Bluetick Coonhound?
$400-$500 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Bluetick Coonhound is easier than average to get.

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound smarter? Which is best? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Active
Friendly
Gentle
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Average to High: Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bluetick Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound social needs comparison:
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are a social breed.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound? Which can be better for hunting?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound playfulness comparison:
Average: Grand Bleu de Gascognes, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Average to High: The Grand Bleu de Gascogne is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Bluetick Coonhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Grand Bleu de Gascogne indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Grand Bleu de Gascogne bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bluetick Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Is a Grand Bleu de Gascogne more dangerous than a Bluetick Coonhound?

Low 🔽

The Grand Bleu de Gascogne has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bluetick Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound mouthiness comparison:
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
The Grand Bleu de Gascogne is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Bluetick Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Krabbe's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Average
The Grand Bleu de Gascogne should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Bluetick Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound lifespan comparison. How long do Grand Bleu de Gascogne and Bluetick Coonhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Grand Bleu de Gascogne and Bluetick Coonhound?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Grand Bleu de Gascogne: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound energy level comparison:
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs have an average exercise need.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Does the Grand Bleu de Gascogne breed eat more than the Bluetick Coonhound breed?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Grand Bleu de Gascogne's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound coat comparison:
Smooth Fine
Colors
What are the original Grand Bleu de Gascogne and Bluetick Coonhound color? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound color comparison:
Black
White
Black
Tan
Blue
Ticked
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Grand Bleu de Gascogne doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Bluetick Coonhound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Do Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs shed more than Bluetick Coonhound dogs?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs shed moderately.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?

Medium

The Grand Bleu de Gascogne has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bluetick Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
The Grand Bleu de Gascogne is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Bluetick Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are generally with other pets.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Can a Grand Bleu de Gascogne and a Bluetick Coonhound be friends? Do Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs get along with Bluetick Coonhound dogs?
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Yes
Grand Bleu de Gascogne dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Grand Bleu de Gascogne is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Bluetick Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Grand Bleu de Gascognes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bluetick Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Grand Bleu de Gascogne or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound?

Not really

Grand Bleu de Gascogne breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bluetick Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Grand Bleu de Gascogne and Bluetick Coonhound have? Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound litter size comparison:
2-6 puppies 6-8 puppies

Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Bluetick Coonhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
United Kennel Club American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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