Border Collie
VS
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Border Collie vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Border Collie 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
Border Collie
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 53 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
12 – 20 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
5/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Border Collie
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Border Collie
The Border Collie is a medium, athletic herding dog known for intense focus, high intelligence and very high energy. Developed to work sheep all day, it excels in herding, sports and training. It needs plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and structured guidance in an active home.
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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