Great article giving this little-known breed some exposure. My Braque pup was actually sired by one of Brad Boisen's French-born studs. For some quality Braque fellowship and discussion, visit the "Braque Francais in North America" Facebook page.
I believe the author of this article is wrong that the Gascogne is the oldest Braque. As the only known present breeder of Braque d'Auvergne in the US, I have done extensive research on this breed. These dogs go back, before they were in the Auvergne region of France, as they were used along with falocon for rabbit and bird hunting by monks on the island of Malta. Great article, just missed the mark with the D'Auvergne.The picture of the dog at the beginning of the article is not a Gascogne, but the Braque d'Auvernge!
As a breeder of Braque d' Auvergne hunting companions (Legacy Bleus), located in Michigan, I appreciate the exposure for the breed. this breed is under appreciated in this country.