...and they became popular in the States because of that film. The pure gene pool was tiny after WW2: I heard they added husky to widen the gene pool, though it is officially denied. The Picardy lurchers certainly like to run..and run......and run
In all seriousness, they are quite driven dogs with great temperaments, though not overly fond of strangers. My OH's big male is a very good guard dog and although heavily built he can snap up rabbits no problem. Tough as old boots and the majority seem to have a willingness to tackle most jobs.
penny
not wrong there mine as put 10 years