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Name	Small Munsterlander	Braque Francais	French Spaniel
Origins	Germany	France	France
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel breeds.	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	Braque Francais de Grande Taille French Pointing Dog	Canadian Setter French Setter Epagneul Français
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel? Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel?	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.	Average: The Braque Francais is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Braque Francais is an excellent dog breed. 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 Compare training difficulty levels between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Braque Francais dogs are very easy to train. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Braque Francais dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Braque Francais dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel? Compare temperaments.	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Obedient Social Athletic	Loving Energetic Intelligent Adaptable Calm Tough
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Braque Francais dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: French Spaniel 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: Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel?	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Braque Francais dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel social needs comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	Braque Francais dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	French Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Braque Francais dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	French Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Small Munsterlander dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Braque Francais dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque Francais rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.	The Braque Francais is a playful breed. See more.	Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Braque Francais breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the French Spaniel breed.
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Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Braque Francais dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: French Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel?	Small Munsterlander 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 Francais dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	French Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Braque Francais has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The French Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?	Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Braque Francais dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	French Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque Francais bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ French Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque Francais: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	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 health problems common in Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Braque Francais is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Braque Francais should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	Hip Dysplasia Entropion Ectropion Pulmonic Stenosis	No data available

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most active?	Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.	Braque Francais dogs are high-energy dogs.	French Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.	Braque Francais dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	French Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel?	Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.	Braque Francais dogs don't need too much sleep.	French Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque Francais has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. What colors are available?	White & Brown	White & Red	White Liver
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Braque Francais requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which drools least?	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Braque Francais is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque Francais has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Thick	Fine Thick Well-furnished	Wavy Glossy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel? Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or {name3 shedding:	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	Braque Francais dogs shed moderately. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is best with kids?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Braque Francais dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	French Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	Braque Francais dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	French Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Braque Francais dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Braque Francais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or Braque Francais or French Spaniel?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Braque Francais dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	French Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel?	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Braque Francais dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No French Spaniel dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Braque Francais is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No French Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Braque Francaiss are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	French Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Braque Francais breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has most military use?	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	6 to 8 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs Braque Francais vs French Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	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 breed recognition status of Small Munsterlander, Braque Francais, and French Spaniel. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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