Belgian Shepherd Groenendael
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Belgian Shepherd Groenendael vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Belgian Shepherd Groenendael and Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) 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
Belgian Shepherd Groenendael
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
57 – 62 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
20 – 30 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Belgian Shepherd Groenendael
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Large
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Belgian Shepherd Groenendael
Medium‑large, square‑built Belgian herding dog with a long, dense, solid black coat. Intelligent, energetic, and highly trainable, it excels in sports and working roles. Deeply loyal, watchful, and people‑oriented, it needs daily exercise, mental work, and regular grooming.
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.
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