Briard

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Group:	Herding
Size:	Large
Life Span:	10-12 years
Height:	Male: 23-27 inches
	Female: 22-26 inches
Weight:	Male: 70-75 lbs
	Female: 65-70 lbs

Coat :	Outer coat is flat, dense and hard. Undercoat is short and tight
Gait :	Agile and light
Color(s) :	Any color except white (usually black, gray or tawny)
Living Area :	Average
Hair Length:	Long
Exercise Need :	Daily long walk and jog
Recognized By :	(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) Fï¿½dï¿½ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America
Date of Origin :	Ancient
Place of Origin :	France
Todays Use :	Companion Dog
Originally Used :	Herding
Other Name :	Berger De Brie, Berger Briard

The exact origin of the Briard is unknown. The popularity of this breed grew in the later part of the 19th century after the Paris dog show. This breed was first recognized by a man named Pierre Megnin and was differentiated from the Beauceron. The breed played an important role in the French Revolution, working as a messenger and for detecting mines. It was also used as a flock herder and guardian. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1928.

The Briard is a medium to large sized dog with a proportionate frame. It has large but proportionate head; large eyes which are set wide apart and are black or dark brown in color; high set ears which are feathered and slightly prick shaped and small in size; a square nose with flared nostrils which is black in color; a wide but short muzzle; taut lips which are black in color with teeth which meet in scissors bite. This breed has a medium length tail which is slightly curved towards the end. The tail is low set and is always carried well below the line of the back. It has short, strong and straight forelegs with angular hindlegs and well padded large feet. This breed has a double coat with a long, dense and flat outer coat which is hard to touch and a short and tight undercoat. The color of the coat can be of any color except white, most common colors are black, gray or tawny.

The Briard is a lively and an affectionate breed. It is good with children. Teasing should be avoided as this breed has a tendency to snap and bite. It has exceptional hearing skills and is reserved of strangers, which makes it a good watchdog. It can be dominant towards other dogs. Socializing at an early age is required to bring out the best behavior. It is an obedient breed. However, a consistent approach is required to train it. It is a sensitive breed which does not respond very well to harsh discipline. It is a very active breed which requires constant companionship. Thus, it is not well suited for the first time dog owners and also for the families which cannot afford enough time for the dog. If sufficiently exercised they can do okay in an apartment life but is more comfortable at least in an average sized yard.

The Briard is an average shedder. Its long and dense coat needs extensive grooming. The coat needs to be brushed 3-4 times a week and should be rubbed occasionally with a damp towel. The coat should also be trimmed regularly to prevent matting of the hair. It should be bathed only when necessary and must be dried properly after each bath. Its eyes and ears need to be cleaned regularly to avoid any infection. Its nail and, the hair around ears, eyes and paws should be trimmed regularly.

This is an active dog which needs lots of daily exercise. Daily long walks are vital to keep the dog healthy both physically and mentally. These should be supplemented with jogging or running every now and then in an open but secured area. It has a tendency to gain weight quickly so should not be overfed. This dog is prone to bloat, so small frequent meals are recommended instead of a large meal.

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The Briard is prone to some health issues like Cataract, Ear infection, Bloat, hip Dysplasia etc.

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