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The Braque Francais type Pyrenees is a high energy dog making them best suited for an active family.  Braque Francais are very energetic and do best if they have a job to do such as hunting or agility. If you are a lively person looking for a high energy dog then the Braque Francais may be right for you.

Is the Braque Francais suitable for you?

Do you want high energy?

Yes:

The Braque Francais is an active breed that requires regular exercise, this is the perfect breed for an active lifestyle.

No:

The Braque Francais is a high energy breed if you are unable to exercise them regularly they may find other ways to entertain themselves, such as playing with things around the house that you would rather not be destroyed.

Do you mind shedding?

Yes:

The Braque Francais is a light shedder but it wont leave piles of dog hair around your house.

No:

The Braque Francais is a light shedder if no shedding is a high priority for you then the Braque Francais does not fill this requirement.

Do you prefer high or low grooming requirements?

Low Grooming:

The Braque Francais only needs its nails cut and its ears cleaned when needed, if you want a dog that is not heading to the grooming parlour all the time then the Braque Francais is perfect for you.

High Grooming:

The Braque Francais has very little grooming only nails and ears, if you are looking for a dog that you can brush and groom regularly then the Braque Francais may not be for you.

Do you mind training?

Yes:

All dogs require some training, the Braque Francais is an active breed that gets bored very easily they do best when placed in agility classes or hunting classes.  Providing a Braque Francais with regular training is a perfect way to keep them from getting bored.  Also the Braque Francais will be much easier to handle if given training for those times of over excitement.

No:

All dogs require some training, the Braque Francais is a high energy breed if you do not want to provide the dog with regular training and activity the Braque Francais may get bored and be difficult to handle.

Do you want gets along with kids and other pets?

Yes:

All dogs require a certain amount of socialization. The Braque Francais is easily socialized and loves all dogs, other pets and gets along with children.  They fit in well to a active large family and welcome anyone who you may want to add.

No:

All dogs require a certain amount of socialization. If you are looking for a guard dog then the Braque Francais is not for you.  The Braque Francais loves everyone they are submissive and will be everybody's friend