Brittany (Breton)
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Brittany (Breton) vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Brittany (Breton) 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
Brittany (Breton)
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
47 – 51 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
20 – 23 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 13 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
Brittany (Breton)
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Brittany (Breton)
The Brittany (Épagneul Breton) is a compact, athletic French gundog with a short or bobbed tail and easy‑care coat. Affectionate, sensitive, and highly energetic, it needs substantial daily exercise and gentle, positive training, thriving as both an active family companion and versatile hunting dog.
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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