Vital Stats
Height: 22 to 27 inches at shoulder
Weight: 70 to 100 pounds
Coat: long and wavy
Life span: 10 to 12 years or more
Summary
Underneath the Briard’s long, shaggy coat lies a bold spirit and keen intelligence. True to his French roots, he can be aloof with strangers, but is affectionate and loving toward members of his pack.
Bred as a herding and guard dog to protect flocks and fight off predators, he was adopted as a working dog during World War I and used by troops as sentries, ammunition carriers, messengers, and medic dogs.
Today, the Briard enjoys the life of a companion dog, but he shows his versatility and working nature with his great successes in obedience, agility, conformation, herding, carting, and tracking competitions. Full Briard profile on DogTime.com
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