Braque Saint-Germain

Breed Group: sporting

"Hunter on the outside; teddy bear on the inside!"

Breed Profile

With a fierce love for people and hunting, the Braque Saint-Germain blends the energy and focus of a pointing dog with the friendliness of a family companion. They learn quickly and aim to please, so prepare plenty of treats and hugs for these sweet pups.

Behavior

The Braque Saint-Germain is an affectionate, devoted dog. They love being around people, whether hunting in the field, cuddling at home, or spending time in the show ring. Although Braque Saint-Germains are hunters, they’re too sweet and social to be guard dogs or watchdogs. This breed learns quickly and is eager to please, so when you’re training them, use reward rather than firm corrections to teach them wrong from right.

Coat

Like most pointing dogs, the Braque Saint-Germain has a short and smooth coat. They’re typically white with orange or fawn markings. Braque Saint-Germains shed, but they’re fairly low maintenance when it comes to grooming. All they need is regular brushing and a good bath once in a while to keep their coat under control.

Lifestyle

When they’re socialized from a young age, Braque Saint-Germains get along well with children and other dogs. They may be more wary or curious around cats and furry critters, but they can be trained to co-exist. Because of their size and hunting instincts, Braque Saint-Germains are happiest in home settings where they have plenty of space to run and roam.

Activity

The Braque Saint-Germain’s energy varies based on whether they've been raised as workers or show dogs, but you can assume that most of them need hard exercise every day. Whether running, hiking, hunting, or playing games, any activity that keeps the Braque Saint-Germain busy will be good for their mind and body.

Characteristics

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Watch Ability

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Child-friendliness

About the Braque Saint-Germain

The Braque Saint-Germain is a cross between the English Pointer and the Braque Francais. While this French pointing dog was bred to hunt, they're more cuddly and sweet than some of their Braque relatives. This breed loves hunting by day and snuggling with their families by night. They’re smart, active, and aim to please, so the more you reward and praise them, the happier they’ll be. Like most pointers, Braque Saint-Germains can play nicely with dogs and children, but other furry critters are foes typically are not seen as friends. They can be trained and socialized to get along with other animals, but it won’t come as naturally as it does for some other breeds.