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Name	Ariege Pointer	Braque d'Auvergne	Braque Saint - Germain
Origins	France	France	France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ariege Pointing Dog Braque de l’Ariège	Bleu d'Auvergne Braque Francais Auvergne Pointer	Braque Saint-Germain Saint Germain Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Which is the smallest dog, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque d'Auvergne? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain weight comparison:	25–30 kg	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25–30 kg	Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inches (60–67 cm), Female: 22–26 inches (56–65 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24–26 inches (60–67 cm), Female: 22–26 inches (56–65 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	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.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain intelligence:	Very smart: Ariege Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Braque d'Auvergne dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Braque Saint - Germain dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain trainability comparison.	Ariege Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are easy to train. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Ariege Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Ariege Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average defenders. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Energetic Docile Quick Trainable Robust	Sensitive Intelligent Obedient Lively	Obedient Loyal Hard working
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Ariege Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain?	High: Ariege Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Braque d'Auvergne dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Braque Saint - Germain dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain social needs comparison:	Ariege Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Ariege Pointer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Ariege Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain 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

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain playfulness comparison:	The Ariege Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Braque d'Auvergne is a playful breed. See more.	The Braque Saint - Germain is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain?	A lot: Ariege Pointer is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque d'Auvergne rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Braque Saint - Germain barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Ariege Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Braque d'Auvergne breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Braque Saint - Germain breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Ariege Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Ariege Pointer 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Ariege Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque d'Auvergne bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque Saint - Germain bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Ariege Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Braque d'Auvergne has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Braque Saint - Germain has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain mouthiness comparison:	Ariege Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain health comparison. Which is the healthier: Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain?	The Ariege Pointer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Braque d'Auvergnes are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain health problems comparison:	No data available	Bloat Hip Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Demodectic Mange Dental Problems Aortic Stenosis Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS) Cleft Lip Cleft Palate
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Ariege Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Braque d'Auvergne should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Braque Saint - Germain should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain lifespan comparison. How long do Ariege Pointer, Braque d'Auvergne and Braque Saint - Germain breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Ariege Pointer: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque d'Auvergne: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque Saint - Germain: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain?	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.

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain energy level comparison:	Ariege Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Ariege Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs need a lot of exercises.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Ariege Pointer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	2 to 3 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.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Ariege Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque d'Auvergne has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque Saint - Germain has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain coat comparison:	Fine	Shiny Smooth	Fine Thick Glossy
Colors What are the original Ariege Pointer, Braque d'Auvergne and Braque Saint - Germain color?	White Brown Fawn Orange Fawn ticked Brown ticked	White & Black Black with white markings	Dull white with orange (fawn) markings
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Ariege Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Braque d'Auvergne requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Braque Saint - Germain requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or {name3 shedding:	Ariege Pointer dogs are low shedders. See more.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs shed moderately. See more.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain?	Medium ⏺ The Ariege Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque d'Auvergne has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque Saint - Germain has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Ariege Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Braque d'Auvergne is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Braque Saint - Germain is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Ariege Pointer dogs are generally with other pets.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Which dog is more friendly?	Ariege Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Ariege Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Ariege Pointer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain?	Ariege Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Braque Saint - Germain dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain?	No Ariege Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Braque d'Auvergne dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Braque Saint - Germain dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Ariege Pointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Braque d'Auvergne is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Braque Saint - Germain is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Ariege Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Braque d'Auvergnes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Braque Saint - Germains are usually recommended for elderly people.

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Ariege Pointer or Braque d'Auvergne or Braque Saint - Germain? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain?	Not really Ariege Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Braque d'Auvergne breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Braque Saint - Germain breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Ariege Pointer and Braque d'Auvergne and Braque Saint - Germain have?	3-5 puppies	6 to 8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Ariege Pointer vs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque Saint - Germain Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	No data available
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	United Kennel Club	No data available

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