Brittany (Breton)
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Griffon Nivernais
Brittany (Breton) vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare Brittany (Breton) and Griffon Nivernais 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)
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
47 – 51 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
20 – 23 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 13 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Brittany (Breton)
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
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 Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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