Burgos Pointing Dog
Burgoský perdiquero
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Key facts
| FCI group | 7. Pointing dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Spain |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 59–67 cm |
Recognition features
- Large, powerful head with hanging corkscrew ears and a distinct double dewlap
- Dark brown nose and brown mucous membranes, never black
- White coat marbled or patched with liver, often with a white blaze on the forehead
Purpose
A pointing dog for fur and feather, valued by hunters for its robustness, obedience and keen nose; it works in any terrain and on both small and big game.
Coat
Short, dense, smooth coat of medium thickness, finer on head, ears and legs. Base colours are white and liver mixed irregularly (marbled, speckled or patched); the ears are typically solid liver. Black and tan markings above the eyes and on the legs are not admitted.
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