Names Barbet French Water Dog Griffon d' Aurêt à Poil Laineux |
Origin France, Middle Ages |
Use Companion, Gundog |
Life Expectancy This breed can live as long as 12-14 years of age |
Weight & Height 33-55 Pounds & 18-22 Inches |
Known Health Problems *** |
Physical Description Medium size dog with a square muzzle, dark brown eyes, black or brown nose, and long broad drop ears. The tail is long with a slight hook at the end. |
Temperament Affectionate, loyal and friendly. The Barbet usually does ok with children and other animals |
Training The Barbet is intelligent and usually learns quickly. It will need a sensitive trainer who will be consistent with it. |
Living Conditions Adaptable dog that does well in both rural or city homes as long as it is exercised daily. |
Grooming Brush coat thouroughly on a regular basis to keep coat tangle free |
Exercise Moderate Exercise Needs. The Barbet loves water and retrieving. They also enjoy long walks |
Coat Texture Long, soft and wavy or curly. The coat is water-resistant |
Coat Colors

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Black |
Grey |
Brown |
Pale Fawn |
Fawn |
White |
Black White |
Brown White |
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Puppies
 image by Stacy Able at Wikimedia Commons 5-8 Puppies are usually born per litter. Training should begin at an early age |
Recognition Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club Fédération Cynologique Internationale National Kennel Club |