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Norfolk Terrier
VS
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Norfolk Terrier vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Norfolk Terrier 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
Norfolk Terrier
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 26 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
5 – 6 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
Norfolk Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Norfolk Terrier
The Norfolk Terrier is a small, sturdy working terrier with drop ears and a harsh, low‑shedding coat. Friendly, alert, and confident, it suits families and other dogs when well socialised. Adaptable to flats or houses, it needs daily walks, training, and regular grooming.
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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