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Name	Braque du Bourbonnais	English Pointer	Maltese
Origins	France	England	Italy
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese breeds.	Bourbonnais Pointing Dog Bourbonnais Pointer	English Pointer	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese? Compare adult weight ranges.	Males: 39.5-55 pounds (18-25 kg), Females: 35-48.5 pounds (16-22 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males: 39.30 pounds (21.5 kg), Females: 35-48.5 pounds (19 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese? Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese height comparison:	Male: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–55 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–55 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Find price differences between these breeds.	$900-$1200	$400-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which is easiest to train?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed is most alert?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed is most protective?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Affectionate Kind Agreeable Calm Cooperative	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Braque du Bourbonnais dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	English 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese?	High: Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese social needs comparison:	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Braque du Bourbonnais barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Braque du Bourbonnaiss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Braque du Bourbonnais breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.
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Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Braque du Bourbonnais has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which uses mouth most during play?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Braque du Bourbonnais bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed lives longest?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Braque du Bourbonnais: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which has fewer health issues?	The Braque du Bourbonnais is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Braque du Bourbonnais should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which breed is most active?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Braque du Bourbonnais has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. What colors are available?	White Brown Fawn Spotted	Black White Brown Yellow	White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Braque du Bourbonnais doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which drools least?	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 English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Braque du Bourbonnais has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese? Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which is best with kids?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Braque du Bourbonnais or English Pointer or Maltese?	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese?	Yes Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Braque du Bourbonnais is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Braque du Bourbonnaiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. 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 Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. 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 Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Braque du Bourbonnais breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. 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 Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. 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.

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which has most puppies?	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. 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.

Braque du Bourbonnais vs English Pointer vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Braque du Bourbonnais, English Pointer, and Maltese. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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