Auvergne Pointer
Auvergneský ohař krátkosrstý
Key facts
| FCI group | 7. Pointing dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | France |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 53–63 cm |
Recognition features
- Short shiny coat black with flecked or greying white markings
- Black head, preferably with a white blaze, and a broad black nose
- Supple braque type with a straight topline and horizontally carried tail
Purpose
A pointing breed created by and for hunters; its conformation lets it work all day over the most difficult terrain.
History
A very ancient breed present in the Cantal region for more than two centuries. It descends from a common source of pointing dogs, and selection to which the Knights of Malta may have contributed. Created by and for hunters, it has a strong identity reinforced by its coat.
Coat
Short, not too fine, never hard, shiny coat. Black with white markings of variable extent, giving two recognised types, flecked or greying. The head should be black, preferably with a white blaze.
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