Pumi
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Pumi vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Pumi 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
Pumi
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 47 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
8 – 15 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Pumi
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Pumi
The Pumi is a medium‑small Hungarian herding dog with a curly, low‑shedding coat, pricked ears, and an alert expression. Intelligent, energetic, and vocal, it excels in dog sports, needs regular mental and physical work, bonds closely with its family, and remains relatively rare.
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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