The History of the Breed
The Braque du Bourbonnais (pronounced brock-do-bor-bon-nay) is a breed that dates back to the late 1500’s in France. The word Braque is derived from a French verb, which means to aim or point. The breed can be found in the pages of early French literature, known for its amazing hunting instincts. It is thought that the Braque du Bourbonnais originated from the early Spanish pointer. The name of French Pointers reflects the region where they were developed: the Province of Bourbon, a region of central France.