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Briard dog breed
 | The Briard is a large breed of dog, one of many
herding breeds. |
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Briard dog breed
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Briard |
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| Alternative names |
| Berger de Brie |
| Country of origin |
| France |
| Classification and breed standards |
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FCI: |
Group 1 Section 1 #113 |
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AKC: |
Herding |
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ANKC: |
Group 5 (Working Dogs) |
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Information about the
Briard dog breed
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Appearance
The Briard can be any of several different solid colors or lighter colors with
darker or light ears and face. Briards stand 22 to 27 inches (58 to 69 cm) at
the withers. Ear cropping has been common in the breed, although more breeders
are leaving the ears in their natural state since ear cropping is becoming
illegal in most European countries, including the Briard's land of origin,
France. Their long coat requires an extensive amount of grooming.
They were originally bred to herd as well as guard flocks of sheep. And they
were often left to their own devices in order to accomplish their assigned
tasks. This makes the Briard different from those breeds that only guard and
those that only herd. The breeds that just herd are often smaller in size,
agile, and swift of foot. Those breeds that just guard are usually larger and
heavier.
The breed characteristics of the Briard, are of a medium sized, rugged, agile
dog, having harsh coat and double dewclaws mounted low on each rear leg,
resembling additional toes. Each double dew claw should have bone substance and
nail, giving the appearance of a wider rear foot. Bred for centuries to herd,
the additional digits on each rear foot give the Briard the ability of pivoting
on one foot for quick turns and complete turn arounds, which are necessary when
herding and guarding their flocks. Throughout history, the Briard has retained
an appropriate balance of size and build that is required for both herding and
protection of their flocks. They are not too large to tire during herding yet
large enough to fend off predators such as fox and wolves.
Temperament
The Briard is a very loyal and protective breed. Once they have bonded to their
family members, they will be very protective. They can be aloof with strangers -
new introductions should be on the dog's terms, including furniture or the
addition of a new baby into the household. They require showing that the new
intrusion is friendly and free of conflict. They must be taught that it is a
good thing and not harmful. They have proven to be a very good breed to have
around children of all ages.
It is also important that the Briard be introduced to several different
individuals of all ages and in all types of situations. Socialization starting
at a very young age is mandatory. Briards should be walked as often as possible,
to many different places, and they will develop into a well rounded animal. Pet
stores, city parks and malls are a good place to start.
The Briard has been bred for centuries to herd and to protect their flocks. To
domesticated briards, their family is the flock and all strangers may appear to
be predators. Letting them know that the public in general are friendly and not
harmful will help them establish a lifelong socialization pattern which will
result in an outgoing and happy dog. This socialization with the public in
general will not diminish their capacity for protecting and guarding their
family.
The Briard has a very good memory. Once a lesson is learned, good or bad, the
knowledge will be retained for a long time to come. Sometimes they may appear to
be strong minded and stubborn but these are a few of the Briard's
characteristics. They were bred for centuries to think for themselves and to act
upon their conclusions.
These are some of the traits that the Briard has retained throughout history.
Even if a Briard is a city dweller, they have a degree of herding ability within
them. If ever, during their lifetime, they are introduced to sheep, they will
automatically start doing what they were bred to do, herding.
Famous Briards
My Three Sons - "Tramp"
Bachelor Father - "Jasper" (played by Briard mix "Red" 2nd Jasper 1960-62)
Get Smart - Agent K-13 "Fang" (played by Briard mix "Red" 1965-66)
Married... with Children - "Buck" (played by Briard "Buck")
Dharma & Greg - "Stinky" (played by Briard mix "Chewy")
Addams Family - "Them" (played by Briard mix "Mayhem")
Top Dog - (Film starring Chuck Norris - 1995) - "Reno"
Dennis the Menace (1993) - "Rosie"
Buddy (Starring Rene Russo - motion picture about a gorilla named Buddy.) (1997)
~From
Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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