Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) vs Bracco Italiano
Compare Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) and Bracco Italiano 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)
Bracco Italiano
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 63 cm
55 – 67 cm
Weight
22 – 28 kg
45 – 40 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Bracco Italiano
Great with kids
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
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 Bracco Italiano
The Bracco Italiano is an ancient Italian pointing gundog with a noble, sculpted head and short, low‑maintenance coat. Calm, sensitive and affectionate at home yet energetic outdoors, it needs kind training, plenty of daily exercise, ear/skin care, and close family contact.
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