Beauceron has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Braque d'Auvergne has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Courageous
Obedient
Protective
Loyal
Loving

Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Obedient

Choose a Beauceron if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Braque d'Auvergnes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

France

France

briard

Braque Francais, Gascony Pointer and Pyrenean Braque

1500s

1700s

Brown

Hazel

Black

Black

Black
Red

Pied

Beaucerons have short coats.

Braque d'Auvergnes have medium-length coats.

A Beauceron can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Braque d'Auvergne can have a litter of 11-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Beaucerons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Braque d'Auvergnes are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Beaucerons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Braque d'Auvergnes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Aortic Stenosis

Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Cardiac
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Beaucerons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Braque d'Auvergnes' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Beauceron has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Braque d'Auvergne has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Beaucerons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Braque d'Auvergnes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Beaucerons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Braque d'Auvergnes sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Beauceron is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Braque d'Auvergne minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Beaucerons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Braque d'Auvergne dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Beauceron dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Braque d'Auvergne dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walk, Playdate, Run, Road trip, Dog Parks, Frisbee, Swim, Play

Tug-of-war, Walk, Hunting

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beauceron, it's at least 30 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Braque d'Auvergne, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Beauceron has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Braque d'Auvergne is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Beaucerons are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Braque d'Auvergnes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Beaucerons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Braque d'Auvergnes are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Beaucerons are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Braque d'Auvergnes are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Beaucerons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Braque d'Auvergnes are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.