Is a Beauceron right for me?

The beauceron is loyal and protective, making a good watchdog and guard dog that is protective of his people and property. They tend to be a dominant breed and require a firm hand in training. If handled with patience, this breed can become an ideal companion.

How big do Beaucerons get?

Appearance. Sleek but also thick and muscular, the Beauceron grabs everyone’s attention when he walks by. Weighing in at 70–110 pounds and with an average height of 25–28 inches for males and 24–27 inches for females, these are big dogs.

What dogs make up Beauceron?

The Beauceron is a herding dog breed originating from the plains of Central France. The Beauceron is also known as Berger de Beauce (sheepdog from Beauce) or Bas Rouge (red-stockings)….

Beauceron
Other names	Berger de Beauce Beauce Sheep Dog Beauce Dog Bas Rouge
Origin	France

Are Beaucerons smart?

The Beauceron is a striking and intelligent breed. This dynamic dog is an excellent guard dog, as well as an active and loving companion in the right home. The Beauceron is a smart, muscular, loyal, hard working French herding breed.

Are Beaucerons high energy?

It’s easy to think that such a large dog is happy to laze around and relax. Not so for the Beauceron. These are active dogs that enjoy their time playing and working.

How much do Beaucerons cost?

On average, Beauceron puppies can cost anywhere from $1,200-$1,500 but you could have to pay as much as $2,500 for a quality pup. If you can’t find a puppy in this country, it’s also possible you will need to look into international breeders.

Why do Beaucerons have double dew claws?

It is French tradition for the French herding and flock dogs to have double dewclaws in the rear. Some folks say it goes back to the early days of the breed. The better herders had the double dewclaws. Eventually, through selective breeding, single dews were bred out.

Why do I want a Beauceron?

The Beauceron, a shorthaired French herding breed, is generally a confident, smart and strong-willed dog. He tends to be independent (OK, stubborn) and is best-suited for an experienced dog owner. Learn more about the dog breed and whether he might be the right one for you.

What colors are Beaucerons?

Harlequin
Black & RustBlack & TanTri-color
Beauceron/Colors
The two accepted colors for purebred Beaucerons are black and tan, and harlequin. The black and tan color is called in French “rouge ecureuil,” which means “squirrel red”. The harlequin dogs are grey, black, and tan, with more black than gray, and absolutely no white.

What does Beauceron mean in English?

Wiktionary. Beauceronnoun. A large dog bred in Northern France for herding and guarding.

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