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Briard Breed in Brief This intelligent, loyal and obedient dog is prized for his herding abilities and his loyalty to family and flock. A very old breed of French working dog, in early times the Briard was used to defend against wolves and poachers, and later to herd flocks and guard the master's property. The eyebrows, beard and small hook (called a crochet) at the end of the tail give this dog a distinctive appearance. The coat is moderate in length and slightly wavy. It can be uniform in color or a combination of two colors. The most common colors are black, gray and tawny; Briards are never white. Even a Briard who is strictly a companion will display his herding instincts, pushing his owner with his head or herding children within the boundaries the dog considers home. The Briard possesses an excellent memory and an ardent desire to please his master. While reserved with strangers, this dog is devoted to his family and makes a wonderful companion. He has been referred to as "a heart wrapped with fur." Height at shoulder: 22-27". Weight: 65-90 lbs. AKC group: Herding Dogs. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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