Berger Picard Breed Information
Breed Group: Miscellaneous Class
Weight: Male: 60-70; Female: 50-60 lbs
Height: Male: 23.5-25.5; Female: 21.5-23.5 inches
Color(s): Gray, Black-Gray, Blue-Gray, Red-Gray, Fawn
Overview
CBerger Picard's are considered to be one of the oldest French herding breeds, the Berger Picard originated during the 9th century in Northern France. Used to herd both sheep and cattle, this breed nearly became extinct during World War I and World War II. Today this rare breed is slowly being revived. There are currently only 100 Berger Picard's known to exist in the United States and Canada.
Character
The Berger Picard is muscular and medium-sized. They exhibit a rugged yet elegant appearance, a dignified demeanor, and winsome expression.
Temperament
The Berger Picard breed is not recommended for first time dog owners. The Berger Picard has a sensitive and assertive disposition, is loyal, and even-tempered. They do well with children, dogs, and other pets they have been raised with. They are alert, hard-working, and energetic. Berger Picard's do not do well if they are isolated or ignored. This breed is a devoted guardian of their family, livestock, and territory.
Care
The Berger Picard requires minimal grooming. Once a month combing of the coat is recommended. Bathing will damage the weather-proof coat. Dry shampooing will suffice. Berger Picard's are prone to eye infection and hip dysplasia.
Coat
The coat of the Berger Picard is dry, rough, of medium-length, and weather-proof. There is a fine, dense under coat. The Berger Picard breed is a light shedder.
Training
Highly intelligent and quick to learn, the Berger Picard breed requires early socialization and basic obedience training. This breed tends to be stubborn and moody. Short and varied sessions are recommended. Berger Picard's do not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. Training must be done with patience, firmness, fairness, and consistency.
Activity
The Berger Picard requires an inordinate amount of physical exercise and mental stimulation. They are not recommended for apartment living. This breed does best in a rural setting with room to roam, family interaction, and a job to do.
Ownership
If you are looking for Berger Picard puppies for sale from reputable Berger Picard breeders or to adopt Berger Picards from a Berger Picard rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can. Every puppy breed is different. Begin your research by reading the breed information about the Berger Picard puppy above. Search our dog breeds section to find Berger Picard puppies that make great pets.
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Updated: 6/19/2013