I n 1995, organized by the Fox Terrier Club, the French Brushwork Cup, open to all terrier breeds, was held in Charente, in the Horte Forest, in the commune of Grassac. Given the very dense population of roe deer and especially wild boar on the magnificent 550 hectares territory of the Grassac commune, the event was a real success, bringing together over 40 participants from all over France. On the morning of the first day, the competitors set off and were divided among the four judges officiating (Ms. Calatayud and Ms. Pelissier, as well as Mr. Combelles and Mr. Tricqueneaux). A hilly terrain rich in game offered excellent working conditions for all participants, and each encountered one or more wild boars. The boars gave their pursuers quite a challenge and did not hesitate, at times, to turn and face their bold chasers! We also had the chance to witness, at the start of one course, a spectacular stand-off with an animal that clearly had no intention of moving! It eventually took off, but not before charging bravely at its assailant, who followed it in a thrilling pursuit. Throughout the competition, we observed hunting dogs that were passionate and courageous — well deserving of their title as “broussailleurs” (working dogs)! At the end of this first day, six dogs were selected for the final run-off on the following day.
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Fleur du Val de Boivre (wirefoxterrier) Galia (smoothfoxterrier) Jessy de la Bilbauderie (Jagd Terrier) Figaro de Vallauris des Asticieux (wirefoxterrier) Hindienne des Halliers de la Lierre (Jack Russell terrier) Freckles des Caussières (wirefoxterrier)
The final rounds took place under relentless rain. Despite the chosen area being rich in game, only a few dogs were able to fully showcase their abilities. Hindienne, the small Jack Russell—fiery and full of spirit, and certainly not lacking in drive (perhaps a bit too excited on the scent before the flush)—flushed out a roe deer and quickly chased it across the line. As for Figaro, a wire-haired Fox Terrier, he flushed a wild boar that hesitated to cross the line, but eventually did so at the edge of the plot. Figaro pursued it bravely ! This impressive action earned him first place in the rankings !
Today in France, the French "Broussaillage" Cup for terriers (on small game or ungulates) is organized under the authority of the Société Centrale Canine (SCC) and by various breed clubs (Fox Terrier, Jagd Terrier, CFATDT, etc.).
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