BREED :

BRIARD

COUNTRY:

FRANCE

CATEGORY :

HERDING

WEIGHT

HEIGHT

MALE :

85 lbs

24-27"

FEMALE :

75 lbs

22-25"

SIZE :

Large

COLOR :

dark colors preferred; mainly black, gray or tawny

PERSONALITY :

It is a sensitive and obedient dog. It was used as a sentry dog during World War I because of its fine hearing. It is kind and good nurtured and adaptable to living with children. It prefers to live outside

USES :

Have retained their ancient shepherding and guarding instincts, but other, bred as companions, are timid with strangers. In general, the Briard is a very beautiful, decorative, and good-nurtured dog. It has been said that "it returns tenfold any affection given to it"