Comparison: Auvergne Pointer and English Pointer

Auvergne Pointer and English Pointer are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Auvergne Pointer
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English Pointer
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Auvergne PointerEnglish Pointer
FCI group7. Pointing dogs7. Pointing dogs
Country of originFranceUnited Kingdom
CategoryLargeLarge
Height at withers53–63 cm57–69 cm
Weight–20–34 kg
Life span–12–15 years
Recognition features
  • Short shiny coat black with flecked or greying white markings
  • Black head, preferably with a white blaze, and a broad black nose
  • Supple braque type with a straight topline and horizontally carried tail
  • Short smooth coat, white with patches
  • Lean, refined build with a high head carriage
  • Distinct stop and fine muzzle
CoatShort, not too fine, never hard, shiny coat. Black with white markings of variable extent, giving two recognised types, flecked or greying. The head should be black, preferably with a white blaze.Short, dense, smooth and glossy coat.
PurposeA pointing breed created by and for hunters; its conformation lets it work all day over the most difficult terrain.An English gundog bred to point game birds in the field.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.