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German Spitz – Kleinspitz
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
German Spitz – Kleinspitz vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare German Spitz – Kleinspitz 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
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
23 – 29 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
14 – 18 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
German Spitz – Kleinspitz
Great with kids
Small
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About German Spitz – Kleinspitz
The German Spitz – Kleinspitz is a small, squarely built, fox‑faced companion with a dense double coat and curled tail. Alert, lively and strongly bonded to its people, it adapts well to city or country life, needs regular grooming, exercise and training, and can be vocal and watchful.
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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