Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Fearless
Spirited
Assertive

Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Obedient

Avoid Schapsos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Braque d'Auvergnes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

France

Miniature Schnauzer, Lhasa Apso

Braque Francais, Gascony Pointer and Pyrenean Braque

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

United Kennel Club

2000s

1700s

Brown
Amber

Hazel

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Pied

Schapsos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Braque d'Auvergnes have medium-length coats.

A Schapso can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Braque d'Auvergne can have a litter of 11-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Schapso breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Braque d'Auvergnes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Portosystemic Shunt
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Aortic Stenosis

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Cardiac
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Schapsos are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Braque d'Auvergnes' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Schapso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Braque d'Auvergne has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Schapsos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Braque d'Auvergnes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Watching movies, Playing fetch, Rough Housing, Cuddles, Kisses, Runniny, Walk

Tug-of-war, Walk, Hunting

Schapsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Schapso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Braque d'Auvergnes are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schapso, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Braque d'Auvergne, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schapsos usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Braque d'Auvergnes usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Schapsos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Braque d'Auvergne is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Schapso should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Braque d'Auvergne should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Schapso feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 49-62 pound (22 - 28 kg) Braque d'Auvergne feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Schapso is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Braque d'Auvergne is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schapso is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Braque d'Auvergne is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Schapsos are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Braque d'Auvergne is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Schapso is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Braque d'Auvergnes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Schapsos make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Braque d'Auvergnes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Schapsos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Braque d'Auvergnes are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Schapsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Braque d'Auvergnes are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Schapsos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Braque d'Auvergnes are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.