Is the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Perdiguero de Burgos better for families with children?

Both the French Pointer (Braque Français) and the Perdiguero de Burgos are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Perdiguero de Burgos?

The French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos shed a similar amount (medium).

Which is easier to train, the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Perdiguero de Burgos?

The French Pointer (Braque Français) is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.

Is French Pointer (Braque Français) or Perdiguero de Burgos bigger?

French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, French Pointer (Braque Français) or Perdiguero de Burgos?

Both bark a similar amount (low).

Which is better for apartment living, French Pointer (Braque Français) or Perdiguero de Burgos?

For apartment or flat living, French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos are an even match — either can work well.

French Pointer (Braque Français) vs Perdiguero de Burgos

French Pointer (Braque Français) vs Perdiguero de Burgos: full comparison

Trait	French Pointer (Braque Français)	Perdiguero de Burgos
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	High	High
Trainability	High	Medium
Friendliness	Medium	High
Good with children	High	High
Grooming needs	Low	Low
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	Low	Low
Protectiveness	Medium	Medium
Adaptability	Medium	Medium
Typical lifespan	12 years	12 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The French Pointer (Braque Français) is a large and powerful breed that does best in a larger home with room to stretch out, ideally with access to a garden. By comparison, the Perdiguero de Burgos is a large and powerful breed that does best in a larger home with room to stretch out, ideally with access to a garden. 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 French Pointer (Braque Français) needs real exercise every single day to stay balanced. The Perdiguero de Burgos needs real exercise every single day to stay balanced. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The French Pointer (Braque Français) asks for a light brush once or twice a week and sheds moderately, with heavier blowouts as the seasons turn. The Perdiguero de Burgos asks for a light brush once or twice a week and sheds moderately, with heavier blowouts as the seasons turn. Grooming upkeep is similar for both.

Temperament, training and family life

The French Pointer (Braque Français) is quick to learn and a pleasure to train, is generally quiet, barking only occasionally and suits families with children particularly well. The Perdiguero de Burgos is reasonably trainable with regular, positive sessions, is generally quiet, barking only occasionally and suits families with children particularly well. On guarding instinct, French Pointer (Braque Français) announces visitors but stops short of guarding, whereas Perdiguero de Burgos announces visitors but stops short of guarding.

Which is better for…

For apartment or flat living, French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos are an even match — either can work well.
For families with young children, Perdiguero de Burgos has the edge, being the more naturally child-friendly and sociable of the two.
For first-time dog owners, French Pointer (Braque Français) has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos are an even match — either can work well.
For allergy sufferers, French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the French Pointer (Braque Français) if you want an easier dog to train.

Choose the Perdiguero de Burgos if you want a more outgoing, sociable dog.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Perdiguero de Burgos better for families with children?: Both the French Pointer (Braque Français) and the Perdiguero de Burgos are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Perdiguero de Burgos?: The French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Perdiguero de Burgos?: The French Pointer (Braque Français) is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.
Is French Pointer (Braque Français) or Perdiguero de Burgos bigger?: French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, French Pointer (Braque Français) or Perdiguero de Burgos?: Both bark a similar amount (low).
Which is better for apartment living, French Pointer (Braque Français) or Perdiguero de Burgos?: For apartment or flat living, French Pointer (Braque Français) and Perdiguero de Burgos are an even match — either can work well.