Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
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Bearded Collie
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) vs Bearded Collie
Compare Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) and Bearded Collie 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)
Bearded Collie
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 63 cm
51 – 56 cm
Weight
22 – 28 kg
18 – 27 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
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
Bearded Collie
Great with kids
High energy
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 Bearded Collie
The Bearded Collie is a lively Scottish herding dog with a shaggy double coat, bright eyes, and an agile build. Affectionate, intelligent, and sensitive, it needs plenty of daily exercise, mental stimulation, and regular grooming. Generally healthy, it often lives 12–14 years or more.
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