Learn More About Berger de Beauce

Summary

The Berger de Beauce, also called Beauceron, is a large, powerful and muscular dog. His facial expression shows intelligence and courage, his eyes are lively and interested. The head is long and the skull is slightly domed. Its ears are semi-stiff and set high, while its eyes are dark brown and slightly oval. Its tail extends at least to the hock and ends in a hook. The FCI classifies the Berger de Beauce in the group of herding and driving dogs, section of sheepdogs. There are no differences between show and performance lines in this breed.

Character

The Berger de Beauce is a very intelligent and independent dog. He is known for his strong work ethic and excellent herding skills. This breed is very people-oriented and forms strong bonds with their family. They tend to be very loyal and protective of their home and family. Despite its size and strength, the Berger de Beauce is not a hyperactive dog. He has a balanced energy and enjoys both active times where he can run and play, as well as quieter moments where he can relax and rest. This breed learns quickly and adapts well to different living conditions. They are able to remain alone, but still need enough activity and mental stimulation to be happy and balanced. Beaucerons have a strong prey instinct and can engage in this behavior if they are not properly exercised. Therefore, it is important to provide them with enough activity and teach them to control this instinct. The Berger de Beauce is a vigilant dog that protects its territory and family. He is not aggressive but can be suspicious of strangers. However, with proper socialization and leadership, this can be well controlled.

What to Expect

Baeucerons are considered to be easily excitable and temperamental, but easy to train. They are ambitious when it comes to hunting and are not always considered well tolerated. Type-appropriate activity for these easily excitable dogs is important.

Care

Beaucerons are active and energetic dogs that require lots of space and activity. Therefore, they are not necessarily suited to city life unless they have regular access to large open spaces where they can run and play. They generally get along well with children, especially if they used to it from an early age. However, their high energy and playfulness can mean that they can be too boisterous for very young children. As for other pets, if Beaucerons are used to it from a young age, they can also get along well with cats and other dogs.

Training & Education

The Berger de Beauce is an intelligent dog that enjoys working and being mentally challenged. They are well suited for various dog sports such as obedience, agility or protection dog training. However, their high intelligence and willingness to work can cause them to quickly become bored and restless if they are not sufficiently challenged. Therefore, care should be taken to ensure that she is not "over-employed" become. There is a risk that Beaucerons become "ball junkies" because they have a strong prey-catching behavior. Therefore, it is important to offer them a variety of activities and ensure that they learn to play without toys. Frustration tolerance and impulse control are particularly important in this breed, as their herding experience means they can sometimes be a bit stubborn. However, through consistent and positive training, they can learn to control their impulses and be patient.

Nutrition & Grooming

The Berger de Beauce's diet should be high quality and balanced to meet its energy needs and support its health. A nutrition plan tailored to age, weight and activity level is recommended. When it comes to care, the Berger de Beauce is quite uncomplicated. Its short, dense coat has an undercoat and sheds moderately. Regular brushing can help remove loose hair and keep the coat healthy. He copes well with the climate in Germany, although he can feel a bit uncomfortable in very hot temperatures.