Swedish Lapphund
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Swedish Lapphund vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Swedish Lapphund 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
Swedish Lapphund
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 51 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
19 – 21 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
1/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Swedish Lapphund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund is an ancient Nordic spitz‑type herding dog with a compact, sturdy build and thick black double coat. Lively, vocal and people‑oriented, it excels in herding and dog sports. Active, intelligent and sensitive, it needs regular exercise, training and close family contact.
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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