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Name	Blue Lacy	German Roughhaired Pointer	Braque Francais
Origins	United States	Germany	France
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lacy Game Dog Lacy Hog Dog Texas Blue Lacy Lacy Dog	Deutsch Drahthaar Deutscher Drahthaariger Drahthaar German Wire-haired Pointing Dog Vorstehhund German Wirehaired Pointer	Braque Francais de Grande Taille French Pointing Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	Medium	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais weight comparison:	30-50 pounds (13-23 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 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?	40 pounds (18 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais height comparison:	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 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?	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	Average: The Blue Lacy is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Braque Francais is a commonly available dog breed.

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais trainability comparison.	Blue Lacy dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Braque Francais 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: Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	Blue Lacy dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Braque Francais dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Lacy dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Braque Francais dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Devoted Bold Intense	Active Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Kind Familiar	Obedient Social Athletic
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Braque Francais 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: Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais?	Average: Blue Lacy dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: German Roughhaired Pointer 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.
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Social Needs Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais social needs comparison:	Blue Lacy dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Braque Francais 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 Blue Lacy is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Braque Francais dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Lacy dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Braque Francais dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais playfulness comparison:	The Blue Lacy is a playful breed. See more.	Average: German Roughhaired Pointers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Braque Francais is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais?	Low to Average: The Blue Lacy rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Braque Francais rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Lacy breed.	It is not recommended to keep the German Roughhaired Pointer breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Braque Francais breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Lacy dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Braque Francais dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	German Roughhaired 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 Francais dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Lacy bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Roughhaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque Francais 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 Blue Lacy has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Roughhaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Braque Francais has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais mouthiness comparison:	Blue Lacy dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer 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.

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais?	Blue Lacys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Roughhaired Pointers 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais health problems comparison:	Color Dilution Alopecia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Entropion Ectropion Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Blue Lacy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The German Roughhaired Pointer 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Lacy, German Roughhaired Pointer and Braque Francais breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Blue Lacy: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of German Roughhaired Pointer: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque Francais: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Blue Lacy can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	3 to 4 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? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Blue Lacy has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais coat comparison:	Smooth Tight	Rough Shiny	Fine Thick Well-furnished
Colors What are the original Blue Lacy, German Roughhaired Pointer and Braque Francais color?	Red Blue Cream Silver Tricolor Grey	Liver Liver and White Solid Liver	White & Red
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Lacy requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Braque Francais requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Blue Lacy dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Braque Francais 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: Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais 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, Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Lacy has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Roughhaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque Francais has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Blue Lacy is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Roughhaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Braque Francais is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais Good With Comparison

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

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Blue Lacy or German Roughhaired Pointer or Braque Francais? 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: Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais?	Not really Blue Lacy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Roughhaired Pointer 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.
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.

Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais 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 Blue Lacy and German Roughhaired Pointer and Braque Francais have?	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies	6 to 8 puppies
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Blue Lacy vs German Roughhaired Pointer vs Braque Francais 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	No data available	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

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