Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Norwegian Elkhound (Grey) and Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne): size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
VS
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
7 – Pointing Dogs
Height
48 – 52 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy Level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Medium
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with Kids
High Energy
Low Grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Norwegian Elkhound (Grey)
Ancient Nordic spitz bred for moose hunting; medium, sturdy and square with a thick grey double coat and curled tail. Loyal, vocal and independent, with strong guarding and prey instincts. Needs experienced, consistent training plus plenty of daily exercise and mental work.
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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