Briard
VS
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Briard vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Briard 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
Briard
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
56 – 68 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
25 – 40 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
Briard
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Large
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Briard
The Briard is a large, ancient French herding dog with a long, wavy coat, beard, and eyebrows. Loyal and sensitive, it bonds deeply with family yet stays reserved with strangers. Intelligent and energetic, it needs ample exercise, positive training, and regular grooming to thrive.
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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