Foundation Stock Service

Blue Picardy Spaniel

Blue Picardy Spaniel is a large dog in the Foundation Stock Service. Adult weight is 50–55 lb (male), 45–50 lb (female), height is 22–24 in (male), 21–23 in (female), and the listed lifespan is 11–12 years. AKC describes the temperament as Friendly, Mellow, Merry.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026.

Lifespan11–12 years
Weight50–55 lb (male), 45–50 lb (female)
SizeLarge
GroupFoundation Stock Service

Height

22–24 in (male), 21–23 in (female)

Energy

3 / 5

Shedding

3 / 5

Grooming

1 / 5

Trainability

5 / 5

Good with kids

5 / 5

The breed record

Across 119 single-size large breeds, a lifespan midpoint of 11.5 years is about 1.1 years shorter than the 12.6-year average. A midpoint adult weight of 50 lb is about 9.2 lb lighter than the 59.2 lb average for those large breeds.

The listed origin is France. The coat is described as 0, 0. The AKC energy score is 3 out of 5, 0.6 points below the group average of 3.6 for the Foundation Stock Service. Shedding scores 3 out of 5. Grooming scores 1 out of 5, so home brushing covers most weeks. Trainability scores 5 out of 5, which is a biddable score. Good with children scores 5 out of 5. Good with other dogs scores 5 out of 5.

Adult size is usually reached in up to 24 months (size-band statement (Salt et al. 2017): larger breeds require up to 24 months).

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The verified adult weight for a Blue Picardy Spaniel is 50–55 lb (male), 45–50 lb (female).

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