Braque Saint-Germain Dog Breed Information

Posted on Nov 6, 2019, Modified : Feb 7, 2020 Zina

Braque Saint Germain origin, behavior, and training

Breeds

Country of Origin	France
Nicknames and Other Names	Saint Germain Pointer
Scientific Name	Canis Lupus Familiaris
Breed Type	Purebred Hunting Dog
Group	Gun Dog
Bred For	Hunting and Pointing
Size	Medium to Large-sized Dog
Recognized By	FCI, UKC
Life Span	11-14 Years
Ideal Weight	Male: 52.5 Pounds Female: 47.5 Pounds
Ideal Height	Male: 24 Inches Female: 22 Inches
Fur Type	Fine, Thin, Glossy
Common Colors	Dull White
Markings	Orange Markings, Fawn Markings
Availability	Rarely Available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	No
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	English Pointer

Braque Saint-Germain is a medium-sized dog breed with a strong and muscular breed. It is a gun dog with heavy bones, muscular body, long hanging ears. Their nose is pink and has wide nostrils and the eyes are big and golden which gives them a calm and relaxed expression.

IT was bred as a gun dog that used to flush, point, and retrieve a variety of games. Today, they are not only used as a gun dog but are also kept as a family companion. They do best if they are kept in a house with a yard where they can perform their regular physical activities.

Origin and History

Braque Saint-Germain was originated in France by crossbreeding two dog breeds: English Pointer and Braque Francais. It is believed to be developed in 1830 when French King Charles X was gifted wt two English Pointers. The female English Pointer named Miss was crossed with the local Braque Francais from then onwards the legacy of Braque Saint-Germain started.

In 1913, the French Breed Club was established and the FCI recognized Braque Saint-Germain internationally as pointing dogs. The United Kennel Club recognized this breed as a member of Gun Dogs in 2006.

Temperament, Behavior, and Personality

Temperament: The temperament of the Braque Saint-Germain is devoted, gentle, loving, and very active. They are extremely devoted to their people and want to spend time with them. They are loving dogs and are also active so they are not best suited in a house with inactive people or owners that are busy outdoor.

Behavior: Braque Saint-Germain does best when they are with their people, helping them in their work or playing with them. They thrive on the company of its people and if they do not get enough attention, they tend to get separation anxiety. They can be destructive, anxious, and depressed, so do not leave them alone for a long period of time.

Braque Saint Germain playing on the field.
Image Source: dog breed standards

Personality: The personality of the Braque Saint-Germain is friendly, highly energetic, and sociable. They get along with people at home as well as strangers. Although they are a sociable dog breed, they tend to bark at unfamiliar people and warn their owners. They are not likely to get aggressive and get along with other people after a proper introduction.

Trainability

Braque Saint-Germain is a smart, intelligent dog breed that is very eager to please their owner. Therefore, they are easy to train as they are focused and obedient. They need a gentle trainer that can train them using positive reinforcement.

Never be harsh or forceful on them as it might make them scared and they will not be able to focus on the training session. Do not punish them even if they make mistakes. Reward them with delicious treats and lots of vocal praises as they complete a certain task.

Is Braque Saint-Germain Child-Friendly?

Yes, Braque Saint-Germain gets along with children very well and are loving and gentle towards them. They are playful with them are also tolerant of their harsh behavior. Although elderly supervision is always necessary when they both are interacting to avoid any kind of accidents.

Braque Saint Germain playing with a baby.
Image Source: Sheknows

Facts

The Braque Saint-Germain was originally called Compiegne Pointers due to the location of the kennels that they were bred. However, the name was changed when the kennels were relocated to the Saint Germain region.
It is considered as a rare breed for those who are seeking a unique pet in the house.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Acral Mutilation Syndrome, Dental Problems, Deafness, Epilepsy, Cleft Palate
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Parainfluenza, Canine Coronavirus, Kennel Cough, Canine Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Canine Distemper
Shedding	Moderate Shedder
Drooling	Low Drooler
Grooming	Minimal Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Low to Average
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 22% Fat: 10% lysine Milk Thistle Glucosamine

Braque Saint-Germain can face a few of the canine health problems during their lifetime.

Hip Dysplasia: It is a condition where the hip joints of your dog are either underdeveloped or dislocated from its original place. It causes a sharp pain on the back of your dog making it difficult to move from one place to another. So, it is necessary to check for the puppy parent’s health problems before buying a dog from a breeder.
Ear Infection: Since Braque Saint-Germain has long hanging ears, they are prone to ears infection as they are likely to catch dirt and dust. Therefore, it is necessary to clean their ears from time to time to avoid any kind of infection.