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Description: A French herding breed known for centuries in western Europe, their ancestry may be part of the Doberman. The Beauceron is used as a herder and guard dog. The Beauceron is distinguished by their long tail and double dewclaws. Consider the world's most versatile working dog.

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Height: 25 - 28 inches
Weight: 66 - 85 lbs.

Colors: Black and tan, or a black and tan merle.
Coat: Rough, short and tick, with a dense undercoat and slight fringe on thighs and under tail.

Temperament: The Beauceron is loyal, protective, patient.
With Children: Yes, but the Beauceron should be brought up around children.
With Pets: Yes, but the Beauceron may be territorial.
Special Skills: The Beauceron is an excellent herding dog and family pet.

Watch-dog: Yes
Guard-dog: Yes, protective of their people and property

Care and Training: The Beauceron needs minimum grooming. Weekly brushing of his short coat will suffice. Extra attention is needed during shedding. The Beauceron needs regular daily exercise which should include long walks and free run off the leash. Enjoys stimulating activity such as an agility class. Early training and socialization is needed.
Learning Rate: High

Activity: High
Living Environment: Best suited for a ranch, country estate or suburban home with a fenced yard.

Health Issues: Hip and elbow dysplasia, bloat.

Life Span: 11- 13 years

Country of Origin: France
History: Bred in the 1500s to track bears, boars and stag the Beauceron was later used as a shepherd dog in guarding flocks. In 1863 the Beauceron was grouped in Paris with the Briard as one breed with two different coat types. Later the breed separated and formed the Beauceron Club in 1911.

First Registered by the AKC: 2001
AKC Group: Miscellaneous
Registries: FCI (Group 1), UKC, AKC
Class: Herding

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