Beauceron

Beauceron
Herding
A black and tan dog with erect ears stands on grass in an outdoor setting, looking ahead with its mouth open and tongue out.
Photo courtesy of Beauceron Breed Club

Meet the Beauceron

The Beauceron is an old and distinct French breed of herding dog, bred and selected for their aptitude to herd and guard large flocks of sheep as well as for their structure and endurance. The ideal Beauceron is a well balanced, solid dog of good height and well muscled without heaviness or coarseness. A formidable dog, intelligent, easily trained, faithful, gentle and obedient, he demands respect wherever he goes.

Breed Group:

Herding

Breed Personality:

Energetic, Courageous, Friendly, Sociable

Breed Specifics

Max Life Expectancy
(years): 12
Max Height
(inches): 27.5
Max Weight
(lbs): 110

Main Breed Characteristics

Good with Children (3/5)
Good with Other Dogs (3/5)
Shedding (4/5)
Grooming Needs (3/5)
Coat Length (1/5)
Good with Strangers (2/5)
Playfulness (3/5)
Protectiveness (4/5)
Trainability (3/5)
Energy Level (5/5)
Barking Level (3/5)

Breed Variations

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