Chien Francais Blanc et Noir

The Chien Français Blanc et Noir comes from a trio of dogs typically classified as French scent hounds, the other two being the Chien Français Tricolore and the Chien Français Blanc et Orange, all of which somewhat share some general physical characteristics but possess greater differences in their personalities. As its name indicates, the Blanc et Noir originated from France, the result of one man's early 19th century efforts to produce a dog with an excellent nose, equally good stamina and an even temperament to match. Although they were developed to be small game hunters early on, these pack dogs were later able take commands in large groups, leading them to eventually be used in hunting large game such as deer, with quite a bit of success. Over time, their pack mentality also influenced their general demeanor, making them considerably social, possessing a friendly, easy-going personality that allowed them to get on well with both people (strangers and children included) as well as other dogs. This behavioral profile, along with their moderate ease of training and general adaptability made them good candidates to eventually move into homes as companions instead of hunting dogs, though they are still used as the latter often. Although they are a fit for most families, they do have a good amount of energy and tend to bark, so they will best fit with an active family (preferably one with a yard) who will take time to thoroughly train and socialize them.