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Name	Braque d'Auvergne	Braque du Bourbonnais	Braque du Puy
Origins	France	France	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bleu d'Auvergne Braque Francais Auvergne Pointer	Bourbonnais Pointing Dog Bourbonnais Pointer	Du Puy Pointer Dupuy Pointer Braque Dupuy
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

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

Size Which is bigger, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Which is the smallest dog, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Bourbonnais? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy weight comparison:	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)	50-60 pounds (22.5-27 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)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy height comparison:	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)	26-28 inches (65-72 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)	26 inches (66.5 cm)

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

Price Which is cheaper, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1500	$900-$1200	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	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.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Braque du Puy dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy trainability comparison.	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are easy to train. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Braque du Puy dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Braque du Puy dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are average defenders. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Braque du Puy dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy behavior/temperament comparison:	Sensitive Intelligent Obedient Lively	Intelligent Affectionate Kind Agreeable Calm Cooperative	Intelligent Obedient Hunting Fast Enthusiastic
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 vs Braque du Puy?	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.	High: Braque du Puy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy 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.	Braque du Puy dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Braque du Puy is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.	Braque du Puy dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

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

Playfulness Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy playfulness comparison:	The Braque d'Auvergne is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Braque du Bourbonnaiss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Braque du Puys, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy?	Low to Average: The Braque d'Auvergne rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Braque du Bourbonnais barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Braque du Puy 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 Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	It is not recommended to keep the Braque d'Auvergne breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Braque du Bourbonnais breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Braque du Puy breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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.	Braque du Puy dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque d'Auvergne bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque du Bourbonnais bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque du Puy 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 Braque d'Auvergne has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Braque du Bourbonnais has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Braque du Puy has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy mouthiness comparison:	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.	Braque du Puy dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

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

Health Issues Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy health comparison. Which is the healthier: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy?	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.	Braque du Puys are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy health problems comparison:	Bloat Hip Dysplasia	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	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.	Rare The Braque du Puy should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy lifespan comparison. How long do Braque d'Auvergne, Braque du Bourbonnais and Braque du Puy breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque d'Auvergne: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Braque du Bourbonnais: 14 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Braque du Puy: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy?	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.

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

Energy Level Who has more energy a Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy energy level comparison:	Braque d'Auvergne dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are high-energy dogs.	Braque du Puy dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? 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.	Braque du Puy dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	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.	Braque du Puy dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	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.	2.5 to 3 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? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy weight gain potential comparison:	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.	Average: The Braque du Puy has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy coat comparison:	Shiny Smooth	Dense	Glossy
Colors What are the original Braque d'Auvergne, Braque du Bourbonnais and Braque du Puy color?	White & Black Black with white markings	White Brown Fawn Spotted	Orange & White Liver and White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy grooming comparison:	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.	Effortless: The Braque du Puy requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or {name3 shedding:	Braque d'Auvergne dogs shed moderately. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs shed moderately. See more.	Braque du Puy dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy 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, Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy?	Medium ⏺ The Braque d'Auvergne has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque du Bourbonnais has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Braque du Puy has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Braque du Puy is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly 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.	Braque du Puy dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? Which dog is more friendly?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Braque du Puy dogs are 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 Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Braque du Puy dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Braque du Puy dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy?	Braque d'Auvergne dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Braque du Puy dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy?	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.	Yes Braque du Puy 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.	No Braque du Puy 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 du Puys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy 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: Braque d'Auvergne or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Puy? 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: Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy?	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.	Not really Braque du Puy 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.

Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy 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 Braque d'Auvergne and Braque du Bourbonnais and Braque du Puy have?	6 to 8 puppies	3-6 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Braque d'Auvergne vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Braque du Puy 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?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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