Is the Auvergne Pointer or the Curly-Coated Retriever better for families with children?

Both the Auvergne Pointer and the Curly-Coated Retriever are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Auvergne Pointer or the Curly-Coated Retriever?

The Auvergne Pointer and Curly-Coated Retriever shed a similar amount (medium).

Which is easier to train, the Auvergne Pointer or the Curly-Coated Retriever?

The Auvergne Pointer is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.

Is Auvergne Pointer or Curly-Coated Retriever bigger?

Auvergne Pointer and Curly-Coated Retriever are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, Auvergne Pointer or Curly-Coated Retriever?

Both bark a similar amount (low).

Which is better for apartment living, Auvergne Pointer or Curly-Coated Retriever?

For apartment or apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

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Auvergne Pointer vs Curly-Coated Retriever: full comparison

Trait	Auvergne Pointer	Curly-Coated Retriever
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	Very High	High
Trainability	High	Medium
Friendliness	Medium	Medium
Good with children	Medium	Medium
Grooming needs	Low	Low
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	Low	Low
Protectiveness	Medium	Medium
Adaptability	Low	Medium
Typical lifespan	12 years	12 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The Auvergne Pointer is a large and powerful breed that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. By comparison, the Curly-Coated Retriever is a large and powerful breed that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Auvergne Pointer is a true athlete that needs intense daily exercise and a job to do, or it will get restless. The Curly-Coated Retriever needs a good deal of daily exercise — long walks, running or vigorous play. If you have a busy schedule, the lower-energy of the two will be easier to keep satisfied; if you are active and want a dog to keep up, the higher-energy breed is the better match.

Grooming and shedding

The Auvergne Pointer needs minimal coat care, just a weekly once-over and sheds a moderate amount, with heavier seasonal moults. The Curly-Coated Retriever needs minimal coat care, just a weekly once-over and sheds a moderate amount, with heavier seasonal moults. Grooming upkeep is similar for both.

Temperament, training and family life

The Auvergne Pointer learns quickly and enjoys the training process, is generally quiet, barking only occasionally and usually does well with children given socialization and supervision. The Curly-Coated Retriever trains reasonably well with regular positive sessions, is generally quiet, barking only occasionally and usually does well with children given socialization and supervision. On guarding instinct, Auvergne Pointer announces visitors but stops short of guarding, whereas Curly-Coated Retriever announces visitors but stops short of guarding.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.
For families with young children, Auvergne Pointer and Curly-Coated Retriever are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Auvergne Pointer has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, Curly-Coated Retriever has the edge, coping better with independence and being quieter when unsupervised.
For allergy sufferers, Auvergne Pointer and Curly-Coated Retriever are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Auvergne Pointer if you want an easier dog to train or you want a more energetic partner for sport and adventure.

Choose the Curly-Coated Retriever if you want a more adaptable dog or you want a calmer, lower-energy companion.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Auvergne Pointer or the Curly-Coated Retriever better for families with children?: Both the Auvergne Pointer and the Curly-Coated Retriever are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Auvergne Pointer or the Curly-Coated Retriever?: The Auvergne Pointer and Curly-Coated Retriever shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the Auvergne Pointer or the Curly-Coated Retriever?: The Auvergne Pointer is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.
Is Auvergne Pointer or Curly-Coated Retriever bigger?: Auvergne Pointer and Curly-Coated Retriever are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, Auvergne Pointer or Curly-Coated Retriever?: Both bark a similar amount (low).
Which is better for apartment living, Auvergne Pointer or Curly-Coated Retriever?: For apartment or apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Auvergne Pointer vs Curly-Coated Retriever