Miniature American Shepherd
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Miniature American Shepherd vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Miniature American Shepherd 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
Miniature American Shepherd
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
33 – 46 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
9 – 14 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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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