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Bourbonnais Pointing Dog (Braque du Bourbonnais)
Medium Breed
The Bourbonnais Pointing Dog is of medium proportions, robust build and gives the impression of strength and power while remaining elegant in its appearance.
Breed standards
Country of origin
France
Weight
Males approximately 18-25 kgs/40-55 lbs; Females approximately 16-22.5 kgs/35-49 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males approximately 50-58 cm/19 3/4 - 22 3/4 inches; Females approximately 47-56 cm/18 1/2 - 22 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Short coat
Markings
White and a mix of white and coloured hairs giving an overall roan colour are also accepted. Fine brown ticking or fawn flecking on a white coat. Small coloured patches are only accepted in small numbers.
Lifespan
Average, 13-15 years
This breed is passionate, intelligent, co-operative and cautious whilst on the hunt, and calm and affectionate in the home. Well-balanced and good-natured, providing he is exercised well, the Bourbonnais Pointing Dog makes a wonderful family companion.
Temperament
The Bourbonnais Pointing Dog is well-balanced and good-natured. On the hunt he displays great intelligence and passion. Though hardy, he can be cautious yet curious and is always co-operative with his master. People orientated, back at home the Bourbonnais Pointing Dog is gentle, kind and affectionate, making an agreeable family companion as well as being an excellent hunt and point dog. He requires firm but gentle and consistent training.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Bourbonnais Pointing Dog is a magnificent, powerful and muscular dog and very elegant in its appearance. Originally bred to hunt and point a variety of game including partridge, pheasant, woodcock and rabbit.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and companion
- Versatile and highly adaptable
- Excels as a hunter
- No trimming or stripping required
- Light shedder
- Adapts well to most climates
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Not suitable for apartment living
- Does best with acreage
- Requires daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Can be prone to hip dysplasia and eye problems