The Petit Griffon Bleu De Gascogne originated in France in the 1700s. Their ancestors are unknonw, but it is thought that there were wire haired griffons in their lineage.
The rough, wiry nature of the coat of this breed sets it apart form the other Bleu de Gascogne breeds. However, it still retians the coloration of the group, with the tan areas confined essentially to the head, as is the solid black coloration.
This is a good natured breed and is considered to rank amont the rarest of today's French hounds.
They should be between 17-21 inches tall and weigh 40-42 pounds.