Briard Breeders

The Briard a big-hearted, gentle loving dog. Briards are totally devoted and loyal to their owners and will guard them with their life. Intelligent and easy to train, the Briard makes and a wonderful family pet and excellent watchdog. Their herding instincts are strong and it would be wise to give them plenty of space, considering they are large dogs. Briards are among the most popular herding dogs from France, the others being the Picardy Shepherd, Beauceron, and Pyrenean. Briards are said to have previously had shyness and aggression problems in the 1970s, but careful selection in breeding since then has provided good natured pets. They are said to be in likeness of the Beauceron, with long hair. They have shaggy, coarse hair that can be straight or slightly wavy. Their ears are naturally dropped, but for show are cropped. Their tails are long and bushy, and the front legs are bowed. The dogs still retain their ability to guard and herd, and use it accordingly. Chiens Berger de Brie are affectionate and playful with family but wary of strangers. They are big dogs with an impressive stature and loving heart.