Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
VS
Barbet
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) vs Barbet
Compare Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) and Barbet side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Barbet
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 63 cm
53 – 65 cm
Weight
22 – 28 kg
14 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Barbet
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Medium French pointing dog with black‑and‑white “ink splash” coat, calm yet athletic. Sensitive, affectionate and people‑oriented, it bonds closely with its family. A versatile hunter needing 1.5–2 hours of daily activity, it is rare outside France but valued for its rustic, working character.
About Barbet
The Barbet is an ancient French water dog, medium-sized and sturdy, with a dense woolly low-shedding coat. Cheerful and people-focused, it thrives on family life, regular grooming, and active exercise, excelling in water work and dog sports, but remains a relatively rare breed.
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