Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Comparison – Which dog is better Bleu d'Auvergne or Bourbonnais Pointing Dog?

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Name	Braque d'Auvergne	Braque du Bourbonnais
Origins	France	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bleu d'Auvergne Braque Francais Auvergne Pointer	Bourbonnais Pointing Dog Bourbonnais Pointer
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Braque d'Auvergne and a Braque du Bourbonnais. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Braque d'Auvergne and a Braque du Bourbonnais. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Males: 39.5-55 pounds (18-25 kg), Females: 35-48.5 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Males: 39.30 pounds (21.5 kg), Females: 35-48.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais? Is a Braque d'Auvergne taller than a Braque du Bourbonnais?	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–55 cm)

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Braque d'Auvergne and a Braque du Bourbonnais. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1500	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Braque d'Auvergne dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare training requirements.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are easy to train. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare alertness levels.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare territorial behaviors.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average defenders. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Braque d'Auvergne and a Braque du Bourbonnais. How do their temperaments differ?	Sensitive Intelligent Obedient Lively	Intelligent Affectionate Kind Agreeable Calm Cooperative
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Braque du Bourbonnais dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais?	Average to High: Braque d'Auvergne dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais social needs comparison:	Braque d'Auvergne dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais? Which can be better for hunting?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Braque d'Auvergne rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Braque du Bourbonnais barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare play drive and energy.	The Braque d'Auvergne is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Braque du Bourbonnaiss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Braque d'Auvergne breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Braque du Bourbonnais breed.
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Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare adaptability levels.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Braque du Bourbonnais dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Braque d'Auvergne has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Braque du Bourbonnais has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque d'Auvergne bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque du Bourbonnais bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque d'Auvergne: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Braque du Bourbonnais: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Braque d'Auvergne and a Braque du Bourbonnais. Which breed is healthier?	Braque d'Auvergnes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Braque du Bourbonnais is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais?	Rare The Braque d'Auvergne should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Braque du Bourbonnais should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais health problems comparison:	Bloat Hip Dysplasia	No data available

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare activity levels.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs need a lot of exercises.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Braque d'Auvergne has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Braque du Bourbonnais has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare breed colors.	White & Black Black with white markings	White Brown Fawn Spotted
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Braque d'Auvergne requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Braque du Bourbonnais doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare drooling amounts.	The Braque d'Auvergne is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Braque du Bourbonnais drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Braque d'Auvergne has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque du Bourbonnais has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Braque d'Auvergne and a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare fur types.	Shiny Smooth	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais? Do Braque d'Auvergne dogs shed more than Braque du Bourbonnais dogs?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs shed moderately. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare kid-friendliness.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais? Which dog is more friendly?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais? Can a Braque d'Auvergne and a Braque du Bourbonnais be friends? Do Braque d'Auvergne dogs get along with Braque du Bourbonnais dogs?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais?	Yes Braque d'Auvergne dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Braque d'Auvergne is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Braque du Bourbonnais is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Braque d'Auvergnes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Braque du Bourbonnaiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Braque d'Auvergne breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Braque du Bourbonnais breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Braque d'Auvergne or a Braque du Bourbonnais? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais. Which has larger litters?	6 to 8 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais. Which is more widely recognized?	United Kennel Club	No data available

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