German Spitz – Mittelspitz
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
German Spitz – Mittelspitz vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare German Spitz – Mittelspitz 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 – Mittelspitz
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
32 – 36 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
8 – 12 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 17 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
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
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Great with kids
High energy
Small
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Medium German Spitz with a square, compact build, dense double coat and plumed tail over the back. Alert, vocal watchdog yet affectionate and people‑oriented, needing companionship, training, mental stimulation and regular grooming. Generally robust, long‑lived, and active.
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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