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Scottish Deerhound
VS
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Scottish Deerhound vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Scottish Deerhound 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
Scottish Deerhound
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
70 – 76 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
36 – 46 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
Scottish Deerhound
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Scottish Deerhound
The Scottish Deerhound is a tall, elegant Scottish sighthound with a rough, low‑maintenance coat. Calm and gentle yet athletic, it needs ample daily exercise and secure space. Affectionate, sensitive, and quiet indoors, it suits owners who value a peaceful, devoted large companion.
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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