Porcelaine

Porcelaine is a tall, lean, and elegant French dog breed known for its speed and hunting abilities.

Porcelaine Breed overview

The Porcelaine breed is a medium-sized breed that is well-suited for hunting and tracking tasks due to their high energy level and focus. They are generally healthy, but may be prone to certain health issues such as hip dysplasia and ear infections. They have a moderate need for mental stimulation and require challenging activities to prevent boredom and destructive behaviors. The Porcelaine breed has a high exercise requirement and needs a lot of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle, making them best suited for households with active and outdoorsy owners. They are affectionate and eager to please, which can make them easy to work with for novice or experienced dog owners alike.

Height:
22-24 inches
Weight:
55-62 lbs
Life expectancy:
12-13 years

What To Expect When Caring For a Porcelaine

Nutrition

Porcelaines require a balanced diet rich in proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals to support their energetic and active lifestyle.

Owners should consult with a veterinarian to determine the appropriate diet for their dog.

Exercise

As a hunting breed, Porcelaines are high energy and require regular exercise and play.

They are not recommended for apartment living and need enough space to run and explore.

Training

Porcelaines are highly trainable and eager to please their owners.

Their strong prey drive, which is an advantage when hunting, can prove challenging during training.

Early obedience training and socialization are essential to cultivate a well-behaved adult dog.

Grooming

Porcelaine's short and glossy coat requires minimal grooming.

Weekly brushing and an occasional bath should suffice to keep their coat clean and shiny.

Health

Porcelaine is generally a healthy breed without any significant health issues.

However, like all breeds, they can be prone to certain health conditions such as hip dysplasia, ear infections, and obesity.

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Porcelaine Traits & Characteristics

Male Porcelaines typically weigh between 55-62 pounds and are 22-23.5 inches tall.

Female Porcelaines typically weigh between 45-55 pounds and are 21-22.5 inches tall.

Their coats are predominantly white with black or orange markings. The head is typically tricolour, with tan markings above the eyes and on the muzzle.

Children

How well a breed interacts with children, including tolerance for play and energy level.

not suitable for kids great with kids

The Porcelaine breed is generally great with children. They have a high tolerance for play and are very affectionate towards their human family members, including children. However, as with any breed, it's important to supervise interactions between dogs and children to prevent any accidents.

Dogs

The breed's friendliness and sociability towards other dogs.

not dog friendly very dog friendly

The Porcelaine breed tends to be friendly and sociable towards other dogs, but they may have a high prey drive due to their hunting background. Early socialization and training can help to promote positive interactions with other dogs.

Strangers

The breed's reaction to unfamiliar people, including whether they tend to be wary or friendly.

reserved with strangers friendly with everyone

The Porcelaine breed tends to be reserved around strangers, but they are not usually aggressive. Early socialization and training can help to promote positive interactions with unfamiliar people.

Playfulness

The breed's activity level and tendency to engage in play and games.

laid-back very playful

The Porcelaine breed is a very playful breed. They have a high activity level and enjoy engaging in games and playtime with their human family members.

Alertness

The breed's level of awareness and vigilance, which can affect their ability to perform certain tasks or jobs

less alert very alert

The Porcelaine breed is generally an alert and vigilant breed, which can make them well-suited for hunting and tracking tasks. They may also make good watchdogs due to their alertness.

Adaptability

The breed's ability to adjust to new environments and situations, including whether they are adaptable or may become stressed.

less adaptable very adaptable

The Porcelaine breed can adapt well to different environments, but they may become stressed in unfamiliar situations. Early socialization and exposure to different people, places, and things can help to promote adaptability in this breed.

Shedding

The amount of hair a breed sheds, which can affect allergies and cleanliness.

no shedding hair everywhere

The Porcelaine breed has a short, smooth coat that requires minimal grooming. However, they do shed moderately throughout the year and may require occasional brushing to remove loose hair.

Grooming

The amount of maintenance required to keep a breed's coat healthy and clean.

low maintenance high maintenance

The Porcelaine breed has a short, smooth coat that requires minimal grooming. Occasional brushing and bathing is usually sufficient to keep their coat healthy and clean.

Drooling

The amount of saliva a breed produces, which can affect cleanliness and potential drool-related issues.

dry mouthed heavy drooler

The Porcelaine breed is not known to be a heavy drooler.

Size

The breed's overall size, including their weight and height.

very small very large

The Porcelaine breed is a medium-sized breed, typically weighing between 22-62 pounds and standing 20-22 inches tall at the shoulder.

Energy

The breed's overall activity level, including their need for exercise and play.

couch potato high energy

The Porcelaine breed has a high energy level and requires a lot of exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy running and playing outdoors and may become destructive if they do not receive enough physical activity.

Exercise

The breed's need for physical activity and exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

low exercise needs high exercise needs

The Porcelaine breed has a high exercise requirement and needs a lot of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy running and playing outdoors and may become destructive if they do not receive enough physical activity.

Working

The breed's suitability for working and performing certain tasks or jobs.

not suitable for working great for working

The Porcelaine breed is well-suited for working and performing certain tasks or jobs, particularly hunting and tracking tasks. They have a high energy level and are very focused and determined when on a scent or working towards a task.

Hunting

The breed's natural hunting abilities, including their prey drive, scenting abilities, and tracking skills.

not suitable for hunting great for hunting

The Porcelaine breed is a skilled hunting breed with a high prey drive. They have a strong sense of smell and are well-suited for tracking and chasing after small game such as rabbits, hares, and foxes.

Vigor

The breed's physical stamina and endurance, including their ability to maintain high levels of activity and energy.

low-drive high vigor

The Porcelaine breed has a high level of physical stamina and endurance, which can make them well-suited for hunting and other physically demanding tasks. They require a lot of exercise and activity to maintain their high energy levels.

Health

The breed's overall health and potential health issues, including whether they may be prone to certain illnesses or conditions.

less healthy very healthy

The Porcelaine breed is generally a healthy breed, but they can be prone to certain health issues such as hip dysplasia and ear infections. Regular veterinary check-ups and attention to their ears and hips can help to prevent and manage any potential health issues that may arise.

Obesity

The breed's tendency to gain weight and become overweight or obese, including whether they require extra monitoring and exercise.

not prone to obesity highly prone to obesity

The Porcelaine breed may be prone to obesity if they do not receive enough exercise and activity. Consistent exercise and portion control can help to prevent obesity and maintain a healthy body weight in this breed.

Cold

The breed's ability to tolerate cold weather conditions, including whether they require extra warmth and protection.

not cold tolerant high cold tolerance

The Porcelaine breed has a moderate tolerance for cold weather conditions. They may require extra warmth and protection in extremely cold temperatures, but they can typically tolerate mild to moderate cold weather well.

Heat

The breed's ability to tolerate hot weather conditions, including whether they require extra cooling and protection.

not heat tolerant high heat tolerance

The Porcelaine breed has a moderate tolerance for hot weather conditions. They may require extra cooling and hydration in extremely hot temperatures, but they can typically tolerate mild to moderate hot weather well.

Apartment

The breed's suitability for new or inexperienced dog owners, including their trainability and temperament.

not suitable for apartments great for apartments

The Porcelaine breed is not well-suited for living in an apartment or smaller living space. They have a high energy level and require a lot of space to run and play.

Wanderlust

The breed's tendency to wander or roam, including whether they may become lost or require a lot of supervision.

less likely to wander very likely to wander

The Porcelaine breed has a high wanderlust potential due to their hunting background and high energy level. They should always be supervised or kept on a leash when outdoors to prevent them from wandering off or getting into dangerous situations.

Sensitivity

The breed's sensitivity to criticism or negative reinforcement, including whether they may become stressed or anxious.

less sensitive very sensitive

The Porcelaine breed is moderately sensitive to criticism or negative reinforcement. Positive reinforcement and consistency in training can help to promote successful training and prevent stress and anxiety in this breed.

Separation

The breed's tolerance for being left alone, including whether they may become anxious or destructive.

not suitable for alone time great at being alone

The Porcelaine breed is not well-suited for being left alone for long periods of time. They thrive on the companionship of their human family members and may become anxious or destructive if left alone for extended periods.

Barking

The amount of barking a breed tends to do, including whether they may be vocal or prone to excessive barking.

quiet very vocal

The Porcelaine breed is not known to be a very vocal breed, but they may bark occasionally to alert their human family members to potential threats.

Mental

The breed's need for mental stimulation and engagement, including whether they are intelligent and require challenging activities.

happy to lounge needs a job or activity

The Porcelaine breed has a moderate need for mental stimulation and engagement. They are intelligent and require challenging activities to prevent boredom and destructive behaviors.

Novice_owners

Some dogs are simply easier than others; they take to training better and are fairly easygoing. They're also resilient enough to bounce back from your mistakes or inconsistencies.

not suitable for novice owners great for novice owners

The Porcelaine breed can be a good choice for novice or inexperienced dog owners, but they require consistent training and exercise to prevent destructive behaviors. They are affectionate and eager to please, which can make them easy to work with.

Trainability

The ease of training a breed, including whether they are intelligent, obedient, and willing to learn.

difficult to train easy to train

The Porcelaine breed is a moderately easy breed to train. They are intelligent and eager to please, but their hunting background may make them easily distracted by scents and prey. Consistency and positive reinforcement can help to promote successful training with this breed.

Children

not suitable for kids great with kids

How well a breed interacts with children, including tolerance for play and energy level.

The Porcelaine breed is generally great with children. They have a high tolerance for play and are very affectionate towards their human family members, including children. However, as with any breed, it's important to supervise interactions between dogs and children to prevent any accidents.

Dogs

not dog friendly very dog friendly

The breed's friendliness and sociability towards other dogs.

The Porcelaine breed tends to be friendly and sociable towards other dogs, but they may have a high prey drive due to their hunting background. Early socialization and training can help to promote positive interactions with other dogs.

Strangers

reserved with strangers friendly with everyone

The breed's reaction to unfamiliar people, including whether they tend to be wary or friendly.

The Porcelaine breed tends to be reserved around strangers, but they are not usually aggressive. Early socialization and training can help to promote positive interactions with unfamiliar people.

Playfulness

laid-back very playful

The breed's activity level and tendency to engage in play and games.

The Porcelaine breed is a very playful breed. They have a high activity level and enjoy engaging in games and playtime with their human family members.

Alertness

less alert very alert

The breed's level of awareness and vigilance, which can affect their ability to perform certain tasks or jobs

The Porcelaine breed is generally an alert and vigilant breed, which can make them well-suited for hunting and tracking tasks. They may also make good watchdogs due to their alertness.

Adaptability

less adaptable very adaptable

The breed's ability to adjust to new environments and situations, including whether they are adaptable or may become stressed.

The Porcelaine breed can adapt well to different environments, but they may become stressed in unfamiliar situations. Early socialization and exposure to different people, places, and things can help to promote adaptability in this breed.

Shedding

no shedding hair everywhere

The amount of hair a breed sheds, which can affect allergies and cleanliness.

The Porcelaine breed has a short, smooth coat that requires minimal grooming. However, they do shed moderately throughout the year and may require occasional brushing to remove loose hair.

Grooming

low maintenance high maintenance

The amount of maintenance required to keep a breed's coat healthy and clean.

The Porcelaine breed has a short, smooth coat that requires minimal grooming. Occasional brushing and bathing is usually sufficient to keep their coat healthy and clean.

Drooling

dry mouthed heavy drooler

The amount of saliva a breed produces, which can affect cleanliness and potential drool-related issues.

The Porcelaine breed is not known to be a heavy drooler.

Size

very small very large

The breed's overall size, including their weight and height.

The Porcelaine breed is a medium-sized breed, typically weighing between 22-62 pounds and standing 20-22 inches tall at the shoulder.

Energy

couch potato high energy

The breed's overall activity level, including their need for exercise and play.

The Porcelaine breed has a high energy level and requires a lot of exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy running and playing outdoors and may become destructive if they do not receive enough physical activity.

Exercise

low exercise needs high exercise needs

The breed's need for physical activity and exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The Porcelaine breed has a high exercise requirement and needs a lot of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They enjoy running and playing outdoors and may become destructive if they do not receive enough physical activity.

Working

not suitable for working great for working

The breed's suitability for working and performing certain tasks or jobs.

The Porcelaine breed is well-suited for working and performing certain tasks or jobs, particularly hunting and tracking tasks. They have a high energy level and are very focused and determined when on a scent or working towards a task.

Hunting

not suitable for hunting great for hunting

The breed's natural hunting abilities, including their prey drive, scenting abilities, and tracking skills.

The Porcelaine breed is a skilled hunting breed with a high prey drive. They have a strong sense of smell and are well-suited for tracking and chasing after small game such as rabbits, hares, and foxes.

Vigor

low-drive high vigor

The breed's physical stamina and endurance, including their ability to maintain high levels of activity and energy.

The Porcelaine breed has a high level of physical stamina and endurance, which can make them well-suited for hunting and other physically demanding tasks. They require a lot of exercise and activity to maintain their high energy levels.

Health

less healthy very healthy

The breed's overall health and potential health issues, including whether they may be prone to certain illnesses or conditions.

The Porcelaine breed is generally a healthy breed, but they can be prone to certain health issues such as hip dysplasia and ear infections. Regular veterinary check-ups and attention to their ears and hips can help to prevent and manage any potential health issues that may arise.

Obesity

not prone to obesity highly prone to obesity

The breed's tendency to gain weight and become overweight or obese, including whether they require extra monitoring and exercise.

The Porcelaine breed may be prone to obesity if they do not receive enough exercise and activity. Consistent exercise and portion control can help to prevent obesity and maintain a healthy body weight in this breed.

Cold

not cold tolerant high cold tolerance

The breed's ability to tolerate cold weather conditions, including whether they require extra warmth and protection.

The Porcelaine breed has a moderate tolerance for cold weather conditions. They may require extra warmth and protection in extremely cold temperatures, but they can typically tolerate mild to moderate cold weather well.

Heat

not heat tolerant high heat tolerance

The breed's ability to tolerate hot weather conditions, including whether they require extra cooling and protection.

The Porcelaine breed has a moderate tolerance for hot weather conditions. They may require extra cooling and hydration in extremely hot temperatures, but they can typically tolerate mild to moderate hot weather well.

Apartment

not suitable for apartments great for apartments

The breed's suitability for new or inexperienced dog owners, including their trainability and temperament.

The Porcelaine breed is not well-suited for living in an apartment or smaller living space. They have a high energy level and require a lot of space to run and play.

Wanderlust

less likely to wander very likely to wander

The breed's tendency to wander or roam, including whether they may become lost or require a lot of supervision.

The Porcelaine breed has a high wanderlust potential due to their hunting background and high energy level. They should always be supervised or kept on a leash when outdoors to prevent them from wandering off or getting into dangerous situations.

Sensitivity

less sensitive very sensitive

The breed's sensitivity to criticism or negative reinforcement, including whether they may become stressed or anxious.

The Porcelaine breed is moderately sensitive to criticism or negative reinforcement. Positive reinforcement and consistency in training can help to promote successful training and prevent stress and anxiety in this breed.

Separation

not suitable for alone time great at being alone

The breed's tolerance for being left alone, including whether they may become anxious or destructive.

The Porcelaine breed is not well-suited for being left alone for long periods of time. They thrive on the companionship of their human family members and may become anxious or destructive if left alone for extended periods.

Barking

quiet very vocal

The amount of barking a breed tends to do, including whether they may be vocal or prone to excessive barking.

The Porcelaine breed is not known to be a very vocal breed, but they may bark occasionally to alert their human family members to potential threats.

Mental

happy to lounge needs a job or activity

The breed's need for mental stimulation and engagement, including whether they are intelligent and require challenging activities.

The Porcelaine breed has a moderate need for mental stimulation and engagement. They are intelligent and require challenging activities to prevent boredom and destructive behaviors.

Novice_owners

not suitable for novice owners great for novice owners

Some dogs are simply easier than others; they take to training better and are fairly easygoing. They're also resilient enough to bounce back from your mistakes or inconsistencies.

The Porcelaine breed can be a good choice for novice or inexperienced dog owners, but they require consistent training and exercise to prevent destructive behaviors. They are affectionate and eager to please, which can make them easy to work with.

Trainability

difficult to train easy to train

The ease of training a breed, including whether they are intelligent, obedient, and willing to learn.

The Porcelaine breed is a moderately easy breed to train. They are intelligent and eager to please, but their hunting background may make them easily distracted by scents and prey. Consistency and positive reinforcement can help to promote successful training with this breed.

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History of the Porcelaine

Porcelaine breed comes from the French breeders. The breed was created by crossing English Foxhounds with dogs from the southern part of France.

Although it was once rare outside of France, it is now recognized by many kennel clubs and is treasured by hunting enthusiasts around the world.

Porcelaine Puppies

Porcelaine puppies are energetic and need early training and socialization to develop into well-behaved adult dogs.

They require a balanced diet and regular exercise to ensure their growth and development.