Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
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Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) vs Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Compare Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) and Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Fauve de Bretagne
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 63 cm
32 – 38 cm
Weight
22 – 28 kg
15 – 15 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
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 Fauve de Bretagne
Great with kids
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 Fauve de Bretagne
Cheerful, energetic French scent hound with a low, sturdy build and rough golden‑red coat. Friendly and affectionate, good with children and dogs but strong prey drive. Intelligent yet independent; needs patient training, ample exercise, and regular but simple grooming.
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