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Coat
  
Short

Scientific name
  
Canis lupus familiaris

Origin
  
UKC
  
Gun Dog

Color
  
Black & White

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Other names
  
Auvergne PointerBleu d'Auvergne

Colour
  
Black with white markings

FCI
  
Group 7, Section 1.1 Continental Pointing Dogs: Pointer type #180

Temperament
  
Adaptable, Gentle, Obedient, Familial, Intelligent, Affectionate

Height
  
Female: 52–61 cm, Male: 56–65 cm

Weight
  
Female: 22–28 kg, Male: 22–28 kg

Similar
  
Braque du Bourbonnais, Braque Saint‑Germain, Ariege Pointer, Braque Francais, Pont‑Audemer Spaniel

The Braque d'Auvergne is a breed of dog originating in the mountain area of Cantal, in the historic Auvergne province in the mid-south of France. It is a pointer and versatile gundog. The breed descends from ancient regional types of hunting dogs.

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Appearance

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The Braque d'Auvergne is a strong, substantial dog, between 53–63 centimetres (21–25 in) at the withers. It has a large head, long ears, and pendulous lips. The tail was traditionally docked to half its length. The short, glossy coat is white with mottling of black that gives a blue impression, and large black spots. The head and ears are always black.

Temperament

The Auvergne is lively, sensitive, obedient, and affectionate. Intelligent and good natured, it makes a fine family dog and an excellent hunting partner. It gets along well with other dogs. The Braque d'Auvergne is a natural hunter who tends to work closely with its partner, checking in frequently. This trait, combined with its gentle nature and desire to please, make it a highly trainable pointer.

Exercise

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This hunting dog does best with regular outings during which it can exercise its body, nose and its mind.

History

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The Braque d'Auvergne has been recognised by the Kennel Club (UK) with effect from 1 April 2016. The breed will be classified in the Gundog Group (HPR) on the Imported Breed Register.

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The Braque d'Auvergne is an ancient French HPR gundog breed and has had an FCI breed standard since 2004. A Kennel Club (UK) breed standard is being developed and when this is published, the breed will be able to be entered at Kennel Club (UK) licensed shows.

References

Braque d'Auvergne Wikipedia