Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Compare Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) and Portuguese Podengo Pequeno 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)
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 63 cm
20 – 30 cm
Weight
22 – 28 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
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
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Great with kids
Tiny
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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Smallest of the Portuguese Podengos, the Pequeno is a compact, athletic rabbit hunter with smooth or wire coat. Alert, loyal and affectionate with family, it’s reserved with strangers and a keen watchdog. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, positive training and basic grooming.
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