Halden Hound (Haldenstøver)
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Halden Hound (Haldenstøver) vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Halden Hound (Haldenstøver) 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
Halden Hound (Haldenstøver)
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
50 – 60 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
18 – 25 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
Halden Hound (Haldenstøver)
Medium
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Halden Hound (Haldenstøver)
The Halden Hound is a rare Norwegian scenthound, medium-sized, athletic and robust, bred to hunt hare in cold, snowy terrain. Calm and affectionate at home but driven in the field, it has a short white coat with black and tan markings, low grooming needs, and high exercise demands.
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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