Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
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Basset Artésien Normand
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) vs Basset Artésien Normand
Compare Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) and Basset Artésien Normand 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)
Basset Artésien Normand
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 63 cm
30 – 36 cm
Weight
22 – 28 kg
15 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Basset Artésien Normand
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
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 Basset Artésien Normand
Medium French scent hound with short legs, long sturdy body and gentle, noble expression. Affectionate, calm at home and sociable with dogs, but driven by scent outdoors. Needs moderate exercise, positive training, secure fencing and regular care for ears, weight, back and joints.
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