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| Breed Group : | Herding |
| Weight : | male: 75-100 lbs ( 34-45 kg ) ; female : 75-100 lbs ( 34-45 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 23-27 inches ( 58-68 centimeters ); female: 22-25.5 inches ( 59-65 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | Discussed below is some Briard Dog Breed Information’s that can help you to know more about this type of dog breed. This information is also helpful for handling this type of breed carefully and taking good care of it. |
| Breed Character Information : | Many people prefer small dogs as a good companion. But there are also medium size dog that make a good companion, one of these is the Briard. Briard is distinctive and has a human-like appearance. Briard is usually termed as “a heart wrapped in fur” They are powerful and authoritative. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The Briard’s coat is double and long. The outer coat is long that cover the eyes of the Briard. They have a unique and long mustache, beard and eyebrows. It is a bit wavy. While the outer coat is rough and dry in texture, the inner coat is fine in texture and thick that protects the Briard for different types of weather. Color of the Briard’s coat comes from different variations of fawn. There are also color black and gray coats. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | They are protective, caring and loving dogs. Briards are good companions and make very magnificent pets. They are brilliant and intelligent ones. They are happy being with the family they are raised to and are contented, once they are attached in the family, they will commit themselves for their entire life. They get along with the family and are suspicious and reserved to strangers. They don’t like changes, and are not easily react to changes unless they view it as good. Briard have mind of their own. They are also sensitive and obedient and are loyal with the family. Briards are brave and protective to their family and property; they fight against thief, wolves and enemy. Briards don’t like to be ignored and love to get the attention of its owner. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | Briards are the oldest sheepdog that originated in France. If you want to own one, there are lots of ways to acquire it. You can buy a Briard or adopt one from a Briard rescuer. There are also lots of sites that sell a Briard. For better training, it is advised to have them while they are still a puppy. |
| Breed Activity Information : | You can have many activities for your Briard for it to stay shape. You can take a Briard for a walk daily or you can make your Briard run freely in your yard as long as the place is safe and out of danger. They are also ideal buddy for walking and jogging. These dog breed are active and love swimming. |
| Breed Care Information : | To avoid matting and tangles and to remove dead hair and dirt, regular brushing is done in a weekly basis. Bathing should also be done when it is necessary to do so. When take a bath daily, it may cause problems like harming the coat and making it difficult to groom. This type of dog breed is healthy in general but they have a known health problems like cataracts and hip displasia. |
| Breed Training Information : | Socialization and training is best while it is still a puppy. They are natural guard dogs, and it does not need a special training for that. Training Briard needs consistency and patience. |
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