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Also known as Berger de Brie, Chien de Brie
A shaggy French herder with a big heart and a stubborn streak
The Briard is an ancient French sheep herder and guardian, loyal and protective but sensitive. It learns quickly with gentle, consistent handling, and the long, wavy, goat-like coat calls for regular grooming.
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This breed needs about 90 minutes of activity a day. Around 5 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
90
Minutes of activity a day
5
Suggested sessions a week
Dog walking
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A lot. The long coat mats easily, so brushing and combing several times a week is needed, and many owners use a groomer regularly.
It is intelligent but can be stubborn and sensitive. Firm, fair and patient training with rewards works better than force.
Yes, with early socialisation. It is devoted to its family and good with respectful children, though its size and herding urges call for supervision with small ones.
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