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# The Braque d'Auvergne: temperament, price, health, and breeders
France
An elegant, affectionate and hardy pointing dog, very attached to its family.
Size LargeLife expectancy 10–13 yearsBudget ≈ €121/monthPuppy €600 – €900
[Find a breeder 10](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=braque-dauvergne)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Fair
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Affectionate: He is tender and very attached to his owners and his family.
- Obedient: A balanced education easily develops his natural qualities.
- Hardy: He can cover great distances thanks to remarkable endurance.
- Low maintenance: Weekly brushing and monitoring of the ears are generally sufficient.
- High need for activity: He needs long, frequent walks to stay balanced.
- Apartment living not very suitable: He prefers a house with a large fenced garden.
- Strong hunting instinct: His recall must be worked on very early and regularly.
- Ears to keep an eye on: Regular inspection and cleaning reduce the risk of inflammation or infection.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active households: Its energy and endurance are suited to people available for long outings.
- Rural life: A house with a large fenced garden meets its needs well.
- Hunting dog enthusiasts: Its sense of smell, endurance, and pointing dog qualities are particularly developed.
- Families with plenty of time: Its gentle and affectionate temperament is well suited to an active family life.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary people: Its high need for daily activity would be difficult to meet.
- Exclusively apartment living: A home without long and frequent outings does not suit its balance.
- Owners with little availability: It requires exercise, presence, and regular recall training.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
58 cmBraque d'Auvergne
- Height at the withers
- 53–63 cm
- Weight
- 17–30 kg
- Coat
- Short, glossy
- FCI group
- 7
- Origin
- France
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Braque d'Auvergne in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
As its name indicates, the Braque d'Auvergne originates from the region of the volcanic massif of Cantal. It was in Auvergne that the breed as it is known today was developed and stabilized. Present for more than 200 years in this region, this dog comes from selections that particularly enhanced its hunting qualities. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale definitively recognized the breed on 30 June 1955, under standard number 180.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Braque d'Auvergne has a harmonious silhouette and light gaits. Its head is long and well-proportioned, with a well-pronounced brow ridge, a moderately marked stop and large dark hazel oval eyes with an expressive look. Its supple ears, slightly silky and rounded at their tip, are set on towards the back. Its body is harmoniously built, with a rather long neck, a marked withers, a narrow back and a long, deep chest. Its tail, set on fairly high, is carried horizontally and reaches at most the point of the hock. Its coat is short and shiny, black and white speckled or roaned in colour.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Braque d'Auvergne stands out for its tenderness, its strong attachment to its owners and its family, as well as its obedience. It generally gets along quite well with children, its fellow dogs and other animals in general. An accomplished pointing dog, it has a highly developed sense of smell and remarkable endurance that allows it to cover long distances.
Affectionate Playful Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Active and playful, the Braque d'Auvergne needs long, frequent walks, ideally in the forest or in the countryside, in order to preserve its physical and psychological balance. It is better suited to a house with a large fenced garden, preferably in a rural setting, but can live in the city if it benefits from sufficient daily outings.
Training
## Training and socialization
As with any hunting dog, recall must be learned as early as possible. The Braque d'Auvergne is no more difficult to train than other dogs in its category. A balance between firmness and gentleness makes it a pleasant companion for life and hunting, while intelligent training develops its many natural qualities.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Braque d'Auvergne
The purchase price varies depending on the breeder and the puppy’s characteristics. The Braque d’Auvergne is in an affordable price range for a purebred hunting dog.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/braque-dauvergne/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Braque d'Auvergne is robust and rather resilient. Overall, it does not present any major health problems, but certain dermatological and digestive predispositions warrant appropriate monitoring.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/braque-dauvergne/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Braque d'Auvergne is an active pointing dog that needs a complete diet, sufficiently energy-rich on hunting days or during long outings, and more moderate at rest. Good digestibility and weight control protect the joints.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/braque-dauvergne/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The breed is closely linked to the Cantal massif, where it has been present for more than two centuries. It has been recognized by the FCI since 1955 and bears standard number 180. A litter generally includes 3 to 10 puppies.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Braque d'Auvergne
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Braque d'Auvergne live in an apartment?
Apartment living suits him poorly. However, he can adapt to an urban environment if he gets long and frequent outings every day.
### Does the Braque d'Auvergne get along with children and other animals?
He is generally affectionate with children and gets along rather well with other dogs and other animals when properly socialized.
### What grooming does the Braque d'Auvergne require?
His grooming needs are limited: a weekly brushing is generally sufficient, supplemented by regular inspection and cleaning of the ears.
## Find a Braque d'Auvergne breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Braque d'Auvergne breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Braque d'Auvergne breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne/nouvelle-aquitaine) [Braque d'Auvergne breeders in Hauts-de-France3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne/hauts-de-france)
### Braque d'Auvergne breeders by country
[10 breeders of Braque d'Auvergne in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne) [5 breeders of Braque d'Auvergne in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne/germany) [1 breeder of Braque d'Auvergne in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne/austria) [1 breeder of Braque d'Auvergne in Hungary](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne/hungary) [1 breeder of Braque d'Auvergne in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne/italy)
[All breeders of Braque d'Auvergne in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne)
## Ready to welcome a Braque d'Auvergne?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-braque-dauvergne)
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