Is the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Saint-Germain Pointer better for families with children?

Both the French Pointer (Braque Français) and the Saint-Germain Pointer are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Saint-Germain Pointer?

The French Pointer (Braque Français) and Saint-Germain Pointer shed a similar amount (medium).

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Trait	French Pointer (Braque Français)	Saint-Germain Pointer
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	High	High
Trainability	High	High
Friendliness	Medium	High
Good with children	High	High
Grooming needs	Low	Low
Shedding	Medium	Medium
Barking	Low	Very Low
Protectiveness	Medium	Low
Adaptability	Medium	Medium
Typical lifespan	12 years	13 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Choose the French Pointer (Braque Français) if you want a more protective, watchful guardian.

Choose the Saint-Germain Pointer if you want a more outgoing, sociable dog, you prefer a quieter dog, or you want a longer-lived breed.

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Is the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Saint-Germain Pointer better for families with children?: Both the French Pointer (Braque Français) and the Saint-Germain Pointer are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Saint-Germain Pointer?: The French Pointer (Braque Français) and Saint-Germain Pointer shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the French Pointer (Braque Français) or the Saint-Germain Pointer?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.