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The Poitevin is renowned for its speed, stamina, scenting abilities and melodious voice whilst hunting, packs have been known to reach speeds of and to hunt for up to 7 hours. In his book "La Vénerie", Pierre de Cossé Brissac, 12th Duke of Brissac said of the Poitevin "he is able to chase the quarry more than 7 hours. Because of his speed, the Poitevin's nickname is 'Greyhound among the French hounds'.".