Briards
Family: livestock, herding
AKC Breed Group: Herding
Area of Origin: France
Date of Origin: 1300s
Original Function: herding and guarding sheep
Today's Function: herding trials
Colors: black, various shades of gray and tawny, basically all uniform
colors except white
Coat: double-coated; outercoat is coarse, hard, long, wavy and dry;
undercoat is fine and dense
Characteristics and temperaments: The Briad is tough, alert, loyal and
independent. He is not a dog for everyone, and requires a firm owner that is
able to lead. He loves to work and stay active
Avg Size of male: Height: 23 - 27 inches, Weight: 75 - 100 pounds
Avg Size of Female: Height: 22 - 25.5 inches, Weight: 50 - 65 pounds
Care: The coarse coat requires a bit more attention and careful groom to
keep in good shape. Ears must be kept clean
Training and activity: The dog needs patience and consistence to be
trained properly. As a working dog, he love to swim and run. Too little
activities will make him unhappy and restless
Other Names: berger de Brie
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